English football fans' eyes are currently fixed on the blockbuster clash of
the sixth round of the Premier League 2024-2025 season, as Manchester United
hosts their rivals Tottenham. We've prepared this comprehensive article from
the Read Sports blog to bring you all the crucial information about this
mouthwatering encounter. Stay tuned.
Tottenham's Premier League results so far
In the opening five rounds of the 2024-2025 Premier League season, Spurs have
managed to bag two victories, seeing off Everton and Brentford. They kicked
off their campaign with a stalemate against the Foxes, Leicester City, before
tasting defeat in two stern tests against Newcastle United and Arsenal.
Throughout these fixtures, Ange Postecoglou's setup has found the back of the
net nine times while conceding five.
Tottenham's top marksman in the 2024-2025 Premier League season so far is
their South Korean attacking ace, Heung-min Son, with two goals to his name.
He's also the team's leading assist provider in the competition, level with
English playmaker James Maddison on two assists each.
Manchester United's Premier League results so far
Two victories against Fulham and Southampton, defeats at the hands of Brighton
and Liverpool, followed by a draw with Crystal Palace - that's been Manchester
United's story in the first five rounds of the 2024-2025 Premier League
season.
In these outings, the Red Devils have only managed to find the net five times,
while their defence has also been breached on five occasions.
These stats highlight United's attacking woes, with an average of just one
goal per game. It's clear the team needs significant improvement if they hope
to challenge for the title, or at least secure a spot among the top positions
in the table.
Head-to-head history: Manchester United vs Tottenham
Historically, across all official competitions, Manchester United and
Tottenham have locked horns 201 times. United have come out on top in 95 of
these encounters, while Spurs have tasted victory 54 times, with 52 matches
ending all square.
Focusing solely on Premier League clashes, the two sides have met 64 times.
Manchester United have dominated this fixture with 39 wins, compared to
Tottenham's 11, alongside 14 draws.
The all-time top scorer in this fixture is United's English legend Wayne
Rooney, who has found the net 11 times against Spurs.
Manchester United's absentees for the Tottenham clash in Matchday 6
The following players will be unavailable for Manchester United's lineup
against Tottenham in the sixth round of the 2024-2025 Premier League season:
Tyrell Malacia - knee injury
Lenny Euro - leg injury
Luke Shaw - calf injury
Victor Lindelöf - muscle injury
Tottenham's absentees for the Manchester United clash in Matchday 6
Wilson Odobert - knee ligament injury
Richarlison - muscle injury