Tottenham Hotspur projected XI to face Middlesbrough in FA Cup

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MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – FEBRUARY 19: Antonio Conte, manager of Tottenham Hotspur, reacts during the Premier League match between Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur at Etihad Stadium on February 19, 2022 in Manchester, England. (Photo by James Gill – Danehouse/Getty Images) /

Fans should not expect many changes from the team that faced Leeds at the weekend as Antonio Conte and Tottenham Hotspur go with what they’ve got.

Conte does not have a ton of options with no changes to the injury report with the same four players out that missed the Leeds match – Oliver Skipp, Japhet Tanganga, Lucas Moura, and Rodrigo Bentancur. Although Conte named an unchanged line-up last week against Burnley, things did not go so well, so we should expect the Italian gaffer to make minor changes from the victorious team at the weekend.

Tottenham Projected Forwards

Spurs will once again have three forwards, Harry Kane, Heung-min Son, and Dejan Kulusevski.

Left forward – Heung-min Son

Back in the goals by scoring Spurs fourth against Leeds, Son has been running strong lately and is looking to drive with the ball at his feet and find his shot. His goal was, of course, assisted by Kane as the duo set the new Premier League record for combined goals. Ideally, Sonny only plays an hour before giving way to Steven Bergwijn.

Centre-forward – Harry Kane

Seemingly redefining the position in front of our eyes, Kane is both a poacher and a playmaker. Back to his best with the goals of late and getting better with his passing with each game, we really should appreciate what Kane gives Spurs.

Right forward – Dejan Kulusevski

Kulusevski has shown he belongs in the Premier League. In his first taste of action in England outside the top flight, Deki is likely to find that physicality in England does not diminish as you go down levels. Let’s hope Kulusevski can continue his hot start.