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  • We’re almost there!

    We’re almost there!

    Preview:

    We go to Norway with a 2 goal lead but are we entering the lions den?

    Fixture:

    Thursday 8th May, 20:00

    Bodø / Glimt Vs Tottenham Hotspur

    UEFA Europa League – Semi-finals (Second Leg)

    Available On:

    UK – TNT Sports 2

    IRE – Premier Sports 2

    Result: 0-2 (Tottenham win 5-1 on Agg)

    Solanke (63)

    Pedro Porro (69)

    Match Report:

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    Well we did it and despite all the hype and all the pre match nerves it turned out to be a text book victory with Vicario rarely tested.

    The conditions were difficult as expected and even though the rain was pouring, the grounds man watered the pitch for extra measures. Clearly Bodo were going to be more comfortable on this pitch but they still had to find a way to break down a pumped up pairing of Romero and Van de Ven. 

    But nothing was getting past those boys and after an hour of play it was clear we were heading to Bilbao.

    The first goal was always going to be enough but by the time Porro fluked in the second it was done and dusted. It was another solid European performance without doing anything spectacular which just goes to show these players can do it, at least against lesser opponents.

    Thankfully we are up against another lesser team in the final and who would have ever thought we would be playing Utd in the final with us sitting 16th and 15th in the Premiership table. It’s been a crazy season for sure and it’s not quite over yet, that’s right Arsenal, we’ve still got something to play for!

    There’s time for another twist or two yet this season and only last week we lost Bergvall and then Maddison to injuries, so if we are going to do this we are going to have to do it on grit and determination. I think that’s going to be the key between two teams that have both lacked quality and form this season, who will want it more?

    Of course we’ve beaten them three times this season already so the players will have that psychological advantage and belief, why can’t we make it four out of four!

    COYS!!!!!!!!

    Entertainment Value: 7/10 

    It was a comfortable victory but wasn’t great viewing to be honest as Spurs never pushed more than they had to and the conditions made it difficult for any football to really flow. Of course that didn’t matter, it was all about the victory.

    Standout Players:

    Romero and Van de Ven made it very difficult for Bodo to get much of a sniff on goal. To be fair it was a pretty well disciplined performance from all, nothing Spursy to report lol.

    Next Match:

    We are home to Palace on Sunday and maybe the knowledge of making the final will give the players that extra freedom to express themselves. Or maybe it will just be another shit show lol.

  • Uefa Cup – Semi-final 1st Leg

    Uefa Cup – Semi-final 1st Leg

    Preview:

    Are you counting down the games to the final or the days we finally say goodbye to Ange?

    Fixture:

    Thursday 1st May, 20:00

    Tottenham Hotspur Vs Bodø / Glimt

    UEFA Europa League – Semi-finals (First Leg)

    Available On:

    UK – TNT Sports 2

    IRE – Premier Sports 2

    Result: 3-1 (Tottenham Win 1st leg)

    B. Johnson (1′)

    J. Maddison (34′)

    D. Solanke (61′ pen)

    U. Saltnes (83′)

    Match Report:

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    I think we can say 3-1 is a pretty good score in the first leg of a semi-final and of course it was nice of our boys to give them that traditional late goal so they don’t go home empty handed. We are the team that just keeps on giving lol.

    I could go two ways with this report, on one side I want to be positive as we are just one game away from a European final, but at the same time we cannot ignore the reality of where we are this season. All we can do is just enjoy the moment I guess, we’ve probably earned it this season!

    So on the positive side, we started brightly and a goal in the first minute set the mood nicely. Richarlison did well to set up the goal with Johnson becoming a master of the six yard box. I still think Johnson is wasted on the wing as he cannot dribble or beat a man, never mind cross a ball but he does know how to find the net and every team needs a goal scorer.

    The second goal was even better and not for the first time this season we saw a lovely direct ball from Porro and with just a couple of touches Mads had the keeper beaten. It was a great long ball over and Mads made it look easy, it’s a shame we haven’t seen this sort of play in the Premiership.

    The penalty may have been a little fortunate but Solanke put it away with confidence which meant after 61 minutes all we had to do was not throw it away. Now for most teams this would have been pretty simple just to shut up shop but of course we know better when it comes to Spurs lol. It only took one lapse of concentration and with their first shot on target (from 3 shots in the game) they found themselves a life line.

    Some people have said that the introduction of 3 players in the second half upset the rhythm of the game and whilst that may be the case it’s certainly no excuse for the defence to switch off, especially as the changes were forwards!

    Besides the late goal conceded the only other negative that must be mentioned are the fresh injury concerns which now includes Maddison and Bergvall. It’s a good job Kulusevski has returned because we might just need him.

    All in all the team looked good, they were composed and in control with even Bissouma having an acceptable performance. But I am reluctant to get carried away with the performance as we must remember the opposition, let us see if we can continue this into the next game on Sunday versus West Ham. Or will they take the weekend off again?

    Next Thursday is the 2nd leg of course so that will no doubt be the priority. At the end of the 1st leg the Bodo manager and their fans looked pretty happy about the result, they know what’s to come back on their artificial pitch in the Arctic circle. We cannot afford to be complacent!

    Entertainment value: 7/10

    It was a good performance but I’m not getting carried away considering the level of opponent.

    Standout Players: Richarlison & Maddison

    Richarlison had a positive impact in the first half and gave us something on that left side that Sonny doesn’t. Maddison not only came up with a nice goal but he is essential to that midfield with overall distribution.