A match that used to be projected as a big clash with both teams battling for a top-four slot has been reduced to a Premier League mid-table clash.
The two teams have struggled to find consistency this season, with United sitting 13th in the table (29 points) and Spurs just behind in 14th (27 points).
Tottenham enters the game after a much-needed week of rest following their FA Cup exit to Aston Villa.
Ange Postecoglou’s side has only one league win in 2025—a 2-0 victory over Brentford—and is looking to bounce back with key players returning from injury.
Manchester United, under Ruben Amorim, has been in better form recently, winning four of their last five matches across all competitions. However, their last league outing ended in a disappointing 2-0 loss to Crystal Palace.
Tottenham v Manchester United key information
• Date: Sunday, February 16, 2025
• Kick-off time: 4:00 PM
• Venue: Tottenham Hotspur stadium, London
• Referee: Peter Bankes (on pitch)
• TV channels: BBC Radio 5 Live (Gbr), BBC Radio (Gbr), beIN Sports MENA English 1 (Gbr), NOW (Irl), NOW TV (Gbr), Sky Go Extra (Gbr), Sky Go (Gbr), Sky Sports Main Event (Gbr/Irl), Sky Sports Premier League (Gbr/Irl), Sky Ultra (Gbr), Sport 24 International (Gbr)
• Odds: Tottenham – 29/20 | Draw – 11/4 | Manchester United – 81/50
Tottenham team news
Postecoglou faces significant challenges in assembling a competitive lineup as the team continues to struggle with fitness issues.
Cristian Romero (thigh), Radu Dragusin (knee), Dominic Solanke (knee), Wilson Odobert (hamstring), Richarlison (calf) remain ruled out.
Micky van de Ven (fitness), Guglielmo Vicario (ankle), James Maddison (calf), Brennan Johnson (calf), Timo Werner (hamstring), and Destiny Udogie (hamstring) are all pushing to return but remain doubtful for the match.
Despite these setbacks, there is hope that key players like Vicario, Maddison, and Udogie might return to bolster the squad. However, Postecoglou may still have to rely on young talents such as Archie Gray and Lucas Bergvall to fill the gaps.
Tottenham expected lineup v Manchester United (4-3-3)
Coach: Ange Postecoglou
Kinsky; Spence, Gray, Danso, Porro; Bentancur, Bergvall, Sarr; Kulusevski, Tel, Son.
Manchester United team news
Lisandro Martinez is expected to miss the rest of the season after suffering a knee injury and adds up to Manchester United’s defensive woes.
Luke Shaw (hamstring), Mason Mount, and Jonny Evans (muscle) all remain sidelined.
Despite these absences, Amorim may make some tactical adjustments. Alejandro Garnacho is likely to return to the starting lineup after being benched in the FA Cup, while January signing Patrick Dorgu could make his Premier League debut.
Manchester United expected lineup v Tottenham (3-4-3):
Coach: Ruben Amorim
Onana; Yoro, Maguire, Mazraoui; Dalot; Ugarte, Fernandes, Dorgu; Diallo, Zirkzee, Garnacho.
H2H record
Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United have faced each other frequently in the Premier League, with Manchester United historically holding the upper hand. Out of 65 Premier League meetings between the two sides, the Red Devils have 39 wins compared to Spurs’ 12.
In recent encounters, however, Tottenham has had the edge, remaining unbeaten in their last five matches against Manchester United across all competitions (W3, D2).
Their most recent Premier League meeting saw Tottenham secure a commanding 3-0 victory at Old Trafford earlier this season.
Additionally, Tottenham edged out United in a thrilling 4-3 win during the Carabao Cup quarterfinals in December 2024.
Odds for Tottenham and Manchester United
A win will go a long way in helping each of these two sides restore their almost-broken season.
According to bet365, the odds for a Tottenham win are 29/20, 11/4 for a draw, and 81/50 for a Manchester United win.
Odds, correct at the time of publication, are subject to change.