Tottenham fans braced themselves for a tough Carabao Cup draw, and their fears were confirmed on Wednesday evening when Ange Postecoglou’s side was paired with reigning Premier League champions Manchester City in the fourth round. With Tottenham desperate to end their trophy drought, the draw echoes last season’s FA Cup match, where Spurs faced City early and were eliminated.
Scheduled for the week commencing Monday, October 28, Tottenham will have home advantage, just as they did back in January. This draw promises to be a significant hurdle for Spurs, as they aim to advance in the competition and pursue silverware.
While facing Pep Guardiola’s squad is daunting, one potential advantage for Tottenham could be City’s approach to the competition. Guardiola has hinted at resting his senior players, focusing on youth and squad rotation to manage their congested schedule. Following City’s 2-1 win over Watford in the third round, Guardiola stated that the Carabao Cup will not be a priority, saying, “We are not going to waste energy on this competition for sure.”
This could give Tottenham a crucial edge, as they look to capitalize on any potential weaknesses in City’s lineup. However, should Spurs hope to lift the Carabao Cup in March, they’ll need to conquer the Premier League’s finest—starting with this challenging fixture.
