Tottenham host Fulham at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium tonight (29 Nov 2025, 20:00 GMT). Read the latest team news, injuries, probable XIs, tactical keys, head-to-head context and a reasoned prediction for this London derby.
Match details
Fixture: Tottenham Hotspur vs Fulham — Premier League
Date & kick-off: Saturday, 29 November 2025 — 20:00 GMT.
Venue: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London. The Standard
Quick summary (what matters)
Tottenham arrive under pressure to deliver home form after mixed results, while Fulham travel as an inconsistent but dangerous away side. This London derby matters for momentum: Spurs want to stabilise results and the fans expect a reaction, Fulham want to exploit any wobble and pick up valuable top-half points.
Latest team news — Tottenham
Thomas Frank has publicly committed to an attacking, front-foot style despite recent heavy defeats, and the club report no new injury concerns going into this weekend after recent midweek action. That said, Frank faces selection dilemmas — particularly whether to prioritise experienced defensive balance or blood more of the exciting youngsters who impressed midweek. Expect Frank to tinker but keep a broadly attacking shape. Tottenham Hotspur+1
Key points for Spurs
No fresh injury setbacks reported in the official update; fitness looks broadly positive. Tottenham Hotspur
Managerial noise: Frank has been clear he wants to play forward — that may influence Spurs to press higher and commit more players to attack. The Guardian
Latest team news — Fulham
Marco Silva offered a cautiously optimistic update on full-back Antonee Robinson, but Robinson remains unavailable for selection this weekend. Fulham’s squad is otherwise in a reasonable state, and Silva may be able to call on returning midfielders who add physicality and control in the centre of the park. Sports Mole
Key points for Fulham
Antonee Robinson remains sidelined following a setback to his knee recovery; Silva described progress as encouraging but not yet ready. Sports Mole
Fulham’s away form has been patchy, but they remain capable of upsetting big sides when they’re compact and clinical on the break.
Probable XIs (informed projections)
These are the most-likely lineups according to the latest previews and predicted XIs.
Tottenham (likely — 4-2-3-1 / 4-3-3 variants):
Guglielmo Vicario; Pedro Porro, Kevin Danso, Micky van de Ven, Destiny Udogie; João Palhinha, Rodrigo Bentancur; Mohammed Kudus, Xavi Simons, Wilson Odobert; Randal Kolo Muani. Sportsgambler
Fulham (likely — 4-2-3-1):
Bernd Leno; Kenny Tete, Joachim Andersen, Calvin Bassey, Ryan Sessegnon; Sasa Lukić, Sander Berge; Harry Wilson, Joshua King, Alex Iwobi; Raúl Jiménez. Sportsgambler
Note: managers often make late calls — check the confirmed teams about an hour before kick-off on official club channels.
Tactical preview — three battles to watch
1) Midfield battle: control vs counter
Fulham will try to use Sasa Lukić and Sander Berge (or similar pairing) to shield the defence and recycle possession quickly into their front three. Spurs’ pivot (Palhinha + Bentancur if selected) must break lines and provide quick outlets to the wide attackers — winning the midfield duel will determine sustained pressure or counter opportunities.
2) Full-back influence and overloads
Both teams rely on their full-backs to generate attacks. Spurs’ Porro and Udogie like to push high and combine with the wingers; Fulham without Robinson may see Sessegnon and Tete tasked with providing width. The team that controls the flank overloads (and delivers quality crosses) will create the highest-value chances.
3) Transition defence and set-pieces
This derby will feature fast transitions — Spurs’ high press can yield quick turnovers, but it also leaves space behind. Fulham have a strong aerial profile (Andersen, Jiménez) and can punish sloppy set-piece defending. Expect small margins: a turnover, a quick counter or a dead-ball routine to decide the game.
Form & head-to-head context
Historically Tottenham have won more of the head-to-heads between the clubs, but recent meetings across London derbies have been tight, with Fulham capable of causing upsets. Both teams have traded inconsistent runs this season, so formline is patchy; statistical models give Spurs a slight favourite but the tie is far from a foregone conclusion. FCTables+1
Key players to watch
Mohammed Kudus (Tottenham): movement between the lines, finishing and immediate tempo changes make him dangerous in transition. Sportsgambler
Randal Kolo Muani (Tottenham): leads the line with pace and pressing intensity; a starter likely to trouble Fulham’s centre-backs. Tottenham Hotspur
Raúl Jiménez (Fulham): focal point on set-pieces and link-up play — his hold-up and finishing are Fulham’s biggest attacking threat. Sportsgambler
João Palhinha (Tottenham): the midfield anchor; if he starts he’ll be crucial in breaking up Fulham’s counter-attacks and providing a base for Spurs’ attacks. Sportsgambler
Prediction
This is likely to be a competitive London derby. Spurs’ home advantage and slightly stronger squad depth make them marginal favourites, but Fulham’s organised structure and aerial threat mean they’re dangerous on the break. A realistic, SEO-friendly prediction: Tottenham 2–1 Fulham — Spurs edge a tight game, with the match decided by one quick transition or a set-piece. Statistical models put Spurs as favourites but with under 50–55% probability, so expect a close contest. Forebet Predictions
How to follow
Kick-off is at 20:00 GMT — coverage in the UK via Sky Sports (check your local listings). Live updates, confirmed lineups and in-game stats will appear on Sofascore, FotMob and the clubs’ official channels about an hour before the match.
