It’s been a turbulent season for Tottenham Hotspur, who currently sit 16th in the Premier League and have exited both domestic cup competitions. Yet, despite their struggles, Spurs remain the clear favourites to win the UEFA Europa League. In classic fashion, they followed a dominant first-leg performance against Bodø/Glimt with a frustrating 1-1 draw against West Ham at the London Stadium, an all-too-familiar pattern this season.
Spurs carry a two-goal advantage into the second leg in Norway, but club legend Glenn Hoddle has cautioned that it won’t be a straightforward task. Still, Hoddle remains optimistic, believing that if Ange Postecoglou’s men stay focused and execute their game plan, they have what it takes to reach the Europa League final.
Spurs head into the second leg with a comfortable cushion, though there will be some frustration at not having put the tie to bed in the first leg, given the number of chances they created at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Still, Ange Postecoglou remains unfazed by the prospect of playing on an artificial pitch in Norway. The Spurs boss has instead called for focus, urging his players to maintain the same level of organisation and discipline they displayed in the first leg, qualities he believes will be key to securing their place in the Europa League final.
Tottenham may not have secured the result they wanted against West Ham, but they’ll need to use that setback as fuel, with their Premier League ambitions now out of sight and even a top-ten finish looking unlikely. The Europa League, however, remains firmly within their grasp—and offers a clear path to redemption.
Club legend Glenn Hoddle has cautioned against complacency, reminding fans that Bodø/Glimt are a formidable side on home soil and that Spurs should expect a challenging evening in Norway. Nonetheless, the former Spurs manager remains optimistic. Hoddle believes that one away goal in the second leg would be enough to seal the tie and book Tottenham’s place in the Europa League final.
The Former Tottenham manager, speaking to TNT Sports, believes Tottenham will advance without ease
“It is going to be tough over there. Bodo/Glimt have beaten some top teams at home. They are almost a different side when they play at home. But I think Tottenham will score over there and that will kill the tie.”
Tottenham must now channel all their energy into the Europa League, their first genuine shot at silverware in nearly two decades. With injuries continuing to pile up, careful squad management will be crucial in the coming weeks. Even if Spurs secure their place in the final in Bilbao, the focus must remain on avoiding further setbacks. That match could represent the club’s most significant moment in years, and Ange Postecoglou’s side must arrive at it as prepared and as fit as possible.
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