Ange Postecoglou's Tottenham Hotspur must dust themselves off after their midweek win over Liverpool to take on a very different battle on Sunday – one that sees them travel to fifth-tier Tamworth in the FA Cup.
One of Tottenham's most measured and controlled displays this season kept Liverpool at bay in a game Winning 1-0 on Wednesday Tonight, and a draw at Anfield next month will ensure they qualify for March Carabao Cup last.
With center table Premier League The currently expected finish, this season is all about the trophies for the Lilywhites. They have the potential to compete on multiple fronts with their injury issues abating in February. But for Sunday's cup tie, Postecoglou is working with the same streamlined group of players.
The Tottenham manager will be wary of using his big weapons available as the north London derby approaches, so there should be a few fixtures for unfamiliar and forgotten faces.
Goalkeeper: Antonin Kinski – His January arrival took just a few days for him to endear himself to the fanbase, and he could be given another chance to settle in before Wednesday's derby. Kinski looks the part.
Right-back: Jed Spence – There's no need for Pedro Porro here, so we can see the impressive Spence switch wings and start at right-back.
Centre-back: Radu Dragosin – Deprived of centre-back options due to injury, Dragosin will likely continue to play defense due to his aerial ability. Tommy Tonks and his long throws are waiting for you.
Centre-back: Alfie Dorrington – Postecoglou was reluctant to use the teenage Enfieldian though TottenhamUnavailable at centre-back, Dorrington has yet to start his first match for the club. It will definitely be used here to give Archie Gray some relief.
Left-back: Sergio Reguilon – The Spaniard's perseverance is to be commended, and he could be rewarded with an incredibly rare start at Tamworth.
Midfielder: Yves Bissouma – Spurs don't have much choice but to play aggressively in midfield. With Rodrigo Bentancur out, Bissouma is likely to retain his place at the base of Tottenham's engine room.
CM: James Madison – One of two players likely to feature in the starting line-up after being suspended on Wednesday, Maddison is aiming to put on a show for the fans on Sunday.
CM: Pape Sarr – Sarr was also suspended in midweek and it is unlikely we will see much of Lucas Bergvall given his likely inclusion in the starting line-up for the North London derby. With the Swede's recent admiration, Sarr has fallen down the pecking order.
RW: Yang Min Hyuk – Not much is known about the young South Korean winger, and this would be the place to get his first taste of English football.
ST: Will Lancashire – Dominic Solanke desperately needs a break and there is no doubt he will get one for the derby. As a result, the Lancashire youngster, who scored in Istanbul earlier this season, will take top spot.
Left wing: Mickey Moore – After missing two months of football due to illness, Moore returned to the matchday squad on Wednesday and is in contention for a starting position at the expense of Timo Werner.
