Tottenham recorded a 2-0 Europa League win at Tromso on Thursday and manager Andre Villas-Boas says the result provided his side with a much-needed boost. Tottenham lost 6-0 at Manchester City on Sunday and they will play title holders Manchester United this weekend. "I am very happy for the players to have bounced back from the defeat against Man City," said Villas-Boas. "To prepare for the United game, it was important to get back to winning ways tonight. We did it in a fashion where we looked solid and created lots of chances. I am extremely happy with the performance and result."
Spurs are currently ninth in the league with 20 points from 12 games, just a point behind United before their direct clash at White Hart Lane on Sunday. Spurs have already lost four games and only scored nine goals so far in the league this season, the fewest of any of the top 12 clubs, while United have scored 20 and are unbeaten in all competitions since 28 September. Moreover, United are coming from a spectacular 5-0 Champions League triumph at Leverkusen on Wednesday.
"I watched the game last Wednesday - it was a good performance but it will have no bearing on Sunday," added Villas-Boas. "They are on a good run that changed their fortunes. We don't expect an easy match, but it will be a completely different story for United on Sunday. I'm not being disrespectful, but it will be a different game in different conditions and our players will be mentally ready."
Here are the odds for Sunday's match at Bet365:
Tottenham win - 9/5
Draw - 5/2
Man United win - 13/8
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