Tottenham vs Wolves preview: Statistical tale of the tape

Tottenham Hotspur have another chance to gain ground on Chelsea when they host Wolves later this afternoon.

With a victory, Spurs will close to within two points of their west London rivals, who managed a late equalizer to earn a share of the spoils at Bournemouth yesterday. Wolves are just a point behind Spurs, placing even more importance on the forthcoming 90 minutes.

After a number of unconvincing performances, the impetus is on Spurs to give their awaiting supporters something to cheer about.

Here’s how the match statistically shapes up.

Tottenham stats

• Spurs lost 1-3 the previous meeting with Wolves, but have only lost one of their last seven against them overall (4 wins, 2 draws)
• Only Liverpool and Manchester City have gained more Premier League points since Jose Mourinho took over
• Have the fifth best home record in the league, earning 26 of a possible 39 points
• Have scored the fifth most goals at home (25)
• Tied for the second fewest goals conceded at home (12)
• With Harry Kane and Son Heung-Min out injured, Dele Alli’s 7 goals leads the side
• Serger Aurier, in Son’s absence, leads the side with four assists

Wolves stats

• Haven’t lost in eight matches (3 wins, 5 draws) in the capital since earning promotion in 2018
• Wolves have kept three consecutive clean sheets in the top flight
• Seventh best away record, earning 18 from 39 points
• Have the eighth most away goals (17)
• Have conceded the fourth fewest away goals (15)
• Raul Jimenez leads the team with 12 goals
• Adama Traore leads the team with 7 assists