At 21:15 on May 11, the Premier League will usher in a focus battle - Tottenham will face Crystal Palace at home.

Article: Red Kids

1. The current situation of the team and recent status

Tottenham: European strongmen, league dilemma

Tottenham performed amazingly in the UEFA Cup this season, eliminating strong enemies all the way to advance to the finals, showing strong resilience and tactical execution. But in the league, the record of 11 wins, 5 draws and 19 losses, ranked 16th with 38 points, and was deeply trapped in the quagmire of relegation. The recent ups and downs, with 3 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses in the last 6 games. Although he averaged 1.5 goals on the offensive end, his defensive loopholes were obvious, and he conceded 1.5 goals per game. The main players such as Son Heung-min and Madison were injured, which seriously affected the strength of both offense and defense.

Crystal Palace: The mid-range is stable, the FA Cup brings hope

Crystal Palace ranked 12th with 11 wins, 13 draws, 11 losses, and 46 points, with a stable league score. He has 1 win, 3 draws and 2 losses in the last 6 games, and has averaging 1.33 goals on the offensive end, and the efficiency of the front line needs to be improved; he has conceded 2.17 goals per game on the defensive end, but the defense line led by Gee has a certain ability to withstand pressure. It is worth mentioning that the team successfully entered the FA Cup final and will challenge Manchester City next week. If they can win this game, it will undoubtedly greatly improve morale.

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2. Tactics and lineup analysis

Tottenham Hotspur is fighting at home, and it is likely to use high-post pressing tactics to try to control the rhythm. Players such as Kulusevsky and Johnson need to carry the banner of offense, but the absence of the midfield core Madison may lead to insufficient offensive creativity. When Crystal Palace plays away, it is expected to set up a defensive counterattack formation, using Zaha's speed and personal ability to find opportunities, and at the same time creates threats through set pieces tactics, while on the defensive end, it focuses on Tottenham's wing breakthroughs.

3. Comparison of historical confrontations and data

In the past 6 confrontations, Tottenham Hotspur had an absolute advantage with 5 wins and 1 losses, but in the first leg of this season, Crystal Palace defeated Tottenham 1-0 at home. Judging from the data, Tottenham has a slightly stronger offensive firepower, but has great defensive risks; Crystal Palace has balanced offense and defense at both ends, and has the strength to be upset.

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4. Score prediction

Comprehensive team status, lineup injuries, tactical play styles and historical confrontations, the outcome of this game is unpredictable. Although Tottenham played at home, injuries seriously affected their strength; Crystal Palace is in full swing and is eager to continue the victory in the first round. It is expected that Tottenham will win 2-1 at Crystal Palace. Tottenham will have a difficult victory with its home momentum and offensive personal ability, but Crystal Palace will also have the opportunity to score with counterattacks and set pieces to play a wonderful offensive battle. Of course, football matches are full of variables, and it is entirely possible to win a 1-1 draw or Crystal Palace again with a surprise victory.