Spurs are set to host Ipswich Town on matchday 11 of the Premier League, and with a top-four spot in sight, Paul Merson has weighed in with his predictions.
Tottenham’s mixed start and Ipswich’s struggles
Tottenham Hotspur approach this game fresh from a convincing 4-1 victory over Aston Villa, where they overturned an early setback to secure all three points with an impressive second-half performance.
That win marked Spurs’ fourth victory in their last six matches across all competitions, positioning them at seventh in the league standings, only two points adrift of the top four and three points from third place. With a win over Ipswich, they could leap even higher, contingent on results elsewhere this gameweek.
Ipswich Town, meanwhile, find themselves entrenched in a challenging campaign. Last weekend saw them dominate newly promoted Leicester City yet ultimately settle for a 1-1 draw after conceding a late equaliser, a result that left Ipswich winless and struggling in 18th place.
The stakes are high for Ipswich, as a maiden victory would lift them out of the relegation zone, but facing Spurs on their own turf presents a formidable hurdle.
Merson’s take: Tottenham tipped for a comfortable win
Football pundit Paul Merson shared his expectations for this fixture, pointing to Tottenham’s strong recent form but also noting the team’s inconsistencies in past matches.
Merson expressed confidence in a Spurs victory over Ipswich, stating (sportskeeda): “I expect Tottenham to win this game quite comfortably.
“I don’t know how Ipswich are going to survive. They dominated the game against Leicester last weekend but ended up shooting themselves in the foot and conceded a late equaliser. That’s a big problem for them.
“When you look at Spurs’ fixtures so far this season, you’d have expected them to be higher up the table. They got a good win over Aston Villa and have managed to win four out of their last five games across competitions. Spurs are certainly on the right track. But let’s not forget that they are also the team that drew with Leicester and lost to Crystal Palace.
“You don’t know what you’re going to get from them. They also have a really tough game away from home to Galatasaray in the Europa Conference League coming up. But still, I expect Tottenham to get the better of Ipswich.”
Prediction: Tottenham Hotspur 3-1 Ipswich Town
Spurs’ path forward: a crucial chance to climb the table
As Tottenham approach this match against Ipswich, they’ll be aware of the opportunity it presents to build further momentum.
Their strong recent performances, including the convincing display against Aston Villa, reflect a growing cohesion under manager Ange Postecoglou, who will look to capitalise on home advantage to secure three more points. A win could significantly boost their league position, especially with a tighter-than-ever race for the top four.
Ultimately, Merson’s prediction of a 3-1 scoreline not only aligns with Tottenham’s recent form but also with the ambitions of a side eager to assert itself as a serious contender for European qualification this season.
With the backing of their home crowd and a chance to set the stage for the remainder of their campaign, Spurs have all the motivation needed to put in a spirited performance before the international break and keep the dream of a top-four finish within reach.
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