Wolves v Spurs – how to follow, team news, key information
Wed 22 September 2021, 10:52|
Tottenham Hotspur
Exactly a month on from our 1-0 victory at Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Premier League, we return to Molineux once more this evening in the third round of the Carabao Cup (kick-off 7.45pm UK).
Wolves won 4-0 at Nottingham Forest last month to advance to this round, while we enter at this stage, playing our first game in the competition since a narrow loss to Manchester City in last season’s final.
Here’s all you need to know ahead of the match...
How can I watch the game?
Tonight’s match has not been selected for broadcast in the UK, but you can still follow the action via our live Match Centre here on tottenhamhotspur.com and the Spurs Official app, which provides live text and audio commentary, goal alerts and stats.
You can also follow our coverage on Twitter @SpursOfficial.
Supporters who are attending the match can find all the latest travel information here.
If you’re supporting us from overseas, check out the worldwide broadcast listings to see if the match is being shown in your area.
How will the teams line up?
Nuno Espirito Santo has confirmed that Lucas Moura, Steven Bergwijn and Ryan Sessegnon all remain sidelined for the trip to Molineux.
Defender Japhet Tanganga is eligible to feature after serving a one-match ban for his recent red card at Crystal Palace.
Wolves may rotate their side after suffering a 2-0 home defeat to Brentford on Saturday, with the likes of Hwang Hee-chan, John Ruddy, Leander Dendoncker, Yerson Mosquera and Fabio Silva in contention.
Who is the referee and what colours will the teams be playing in?
Tonight’s match referee is Peter Bankes, assisted by Ian Hussin and Neil Davies.
Mike Dean will be the fourth official.
Wolves will play in old gold shirts, black shorts and old gold socks, with their keeper in a white and yellow kit.
We’re set to wear our brand new 2021/22 third kit for the first time. The kit features purple and green shirts with purple shorts and socks – it’s available to buy now at our Spurs Shops and online.
Our goalkeeper will play in all green tonight.
What will the weather be like?
It’s due to be dry and bright in Wolverhampton today. Temperatures should be around 17 degrees by the time the match starts.
