Tottenham will take on Copenhagen in the Champions League on Tuesday, 4 November, with the hosts looking to bounce back after a disappointing performance against Chelsea at the weekend.
Thomas Frank is now facing questions over his approach so far at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, but a win here would silence those for the time being.
Copenhagen, meanwhile, come into this one looking for their first Champions League win of the season after picking up just one point from their first three matches.
As part of this week's round of Champions League betting tips, check out our Tottenham vs Copenhagen prediction below.
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Tottenham vs Copenhagen prediction: The visitors to make it difficult
Key Stats
- Copenhagen are unbeaten across their last three matches in all competitions.
- Tottenham have lost their last two matches in all competitions.
- Both teams have scored in five of Copenhagen's last six matches.
Correct score prediction: Tottenham 2-1 Copenhagen
Pressure is starting to bubble under the surface for Thomas Frank at Tottenham, but they should have enough quality to beat Copenhagen here, even if they have to do it the hard way.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Brilliant value on an away win
- HOME: 1/3 (1.33) – 75%
- DRAW: 17/4 (5.25) – 19%
- AWAY: 15/2 (8.50) – 11.8%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
The Tottenham vs Copenhagen odds are weighted in favour of the hosts, which is no surprise given the gulf in squad value between the two clubs. Ladbrokes have given Spurs a 75% chance of winning the match, while Copenhagen have been given an 11.8% chance of victory.
You can find all our predictions for today's games on our football betting tips page.
Most recent H2Hs: A first-ever meeting
This will be the first time that Tottenham and Copenhagen have ever played against each other.
Tottenham preview: Spence and Van de Ven to be punished?
It will be interesting to see whether Djed Spence and Micky Van de Ven play on Tuesday after footage emerged of the pair completely blanking Thomas Frank after the match against Chelsea at the weekend. Frank has several injuries for this one, with Lucas Bergvall joining Dominic Solanke, Archie Gray, Kota Takai, Yves Bissouma, Radu Dragusin, James Madison, Ben Davies and Den Kulusevski in the treatment room.
Predicted lineup: Vicario (GK), Porro, Romero, Van de Ven, Udogie, Sarr, Palhinha, Kudus, Simons, Odobert, Richarlison
Last five results
- Tottenham 0-1 Chelsea
- Newcastle 2-0 Tottenham
- Everton 0-3 Tottenham
- Monaco 0-0 Tottenham
- Tottenham 1-2 Aston Villa
Copenhagen preview: Problems of their own
Copenhagen don't exactly come into this match in ideal circumstances, either. The Danish giants are without six first-team players for the trip to North London, with Thomas Delaney, Oliver Hojer, Magnus Mattsson, Birger Meling, Marcos Lopez and Rodrigo Huescas all ruled out.
Predicted lineup: Kotarski (GK), Suzuki, Hatzidiakos, Garananga, Zague, Achouri, Lerager, Clem, Elyounoussi, Claesson, Moukoko
Last five results
- Copenhagen 3-2 Frederecia
- Hobro 1-4 Copenhagen
- Copenhagen 0-0 Viborg
- Copenhagen 2-4 Dortmund
- Silkeborg 3-1 Copenhagen
Player to watch: Richarlison
Richarlison started the season in fine form for Tottenham, but he has since found finding chances and goals hard to come by. In many ways, this is in keeping with the Brazilian's career, and he is running out of time to fulfil his vast potential.