Tottenham vs Manchester United tips and predictions: Son to shine and put end to Amorim’s first United trophy chance

Tottenham state of play

Tottenham returned to form with a bang by sticking five goals without reply past sorry Southampton in the Premier League on Sunday. 

Pressure was building on Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou following a five-game winless streak but the Aussie will be hoping the Saints thrashing signals the start of a hot run of form. 

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Tottenham kicked off their Carabao Cup campaign by scoring twice at the death to beat Coventry in September before knocking out Manchester City in the fourth round the following month. 

Manchester United state of play

The red side of Manchester is on a high following Sunday's stunning Premier League victory over their local rivals.

The derby success, which will be remembered for Amad Diallo's late heroics, added to their Europa League win against Viktoria Plzen and things are suddenly starting to look rosy for new boss Ruben Amorim in his bid to revive the club's fortunes. 

Meanwhile, their Carabao Cup run has seen United thump Barnsley 7-0 before sealing their place in the quarter-finals by trouncing Leicester 5-2 in round four. 

Key talking point: Can Tottenham repeat their Premier League thrashing of United? 

Tottenham hammered one of the final nails into Erik ten Hag's coffin as United manager when they secured a 3-0 victory at Old Trafford in September's Premier League fixture. 

Another emphatic win seems unlikely, however, as Spurs have blown hot and cold while United look a better side since changing manager.

Poor league campaigns for the two clubs means the Carabao Cup has taken on extra importance and they will both be desperate to get a step closer to Wembley. 

It is unlikely to be a boring contest as the tie pitches a Tottenham team that prioritises attacking against a Manchester United side that is still a work in progress.

FIRST’s top tip for Tottenham vs Manchester United

Full time result and both teams to score - Draw and yes - 333/100 (Mr.Play)

Tottenham have drawn two of their last three at home, which has the makings of a tie that will go to penalties. 

There have been goals at both ends of the pitch in 15 of Spurs' 24 games and 13 of United's 24 this term. 

Extra tips

Anytime goalscorer: Son Heung-min at 19/10 (Betway)

The South Korean has rediscovered his shooting boots and should get plenty of minutes after being substituted at half time against Southampton. 

With only six goals in all competitions this season, the Spurs talisman will be looking to kick on after scoring two in his last three.

Team news

Tottenham remain without Guglielmo Vicario, Cristian Romero, Micky van de Ven, Richarlison and Rodrigo Bentancur. A thigh injury means Destiny Udogie is doubtful, although Yves Bissouma returns from a one-match ban. 

Noussair Mazraoui should be fit to play but Mason Mount looks set to miss out after suffering a fresh injury in the Manchester derby. Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho could be welcomed back into the squad after being dropped at the weekend. 

Tottenham vs Manchester United predicted line-ups

Tottenham: Forster; Porro, Gray, Dragusin, Spence; Bissouma, Sarr; Kulusevski, Maddison, Johnson; Son (4-2-3-1)

Manchester United: Onana; Yoro, Maguire, Martinez; Dalot, Mainoo, Casemiro, Malacia; Diallo, Fernandes; Zirkzee (3-4-2-1)

Form guide

Tottenham: WLLWDDLLDW

Manchester United: WWDWWLLWW

Odds correct at the time of writing.