This is one of those games where motivation levels tell two different stories. Wolves sit bottom on 17 points and have already been relegated, while Tottenham still have something to fight for sitting 18th.

Wolves’ season has been brutally tough. Just 3 wins from 33 games, averaging only 0.73 goals per match and conceding 1.85, highlights how difficult it’s been at both ends of the pitch.

Tottenham have been far from convincing themselves, averaging 1.27 scored and 1.61 conceded, but they still carry slightly stronger attacking numbers and more urgency given the table situation.

One key angle here is the head-to-head. Wolves have had the better of this fixture recently and remain unbeaten in the last six meetings, which adds a layer of doubt to any straightforward Tottenham backing.

Wolves have had the upper hand in this fixture recently, unbeaten in the last six meetings.

That includes a 2-0 home win last season and a 1-1 draw earlier this campaign. Tottenham have struggled to impose themselves consistently in this matchup.

1) Wolves tend to sit deep and rely on moments rather than sustained pressure.

2) Tottenham average more possession and shots, but lack control in key phases.

3) Game state will matter – if Spurs score first, it could open up slightly.

Wolves: struggling badly with heavy defeats and very few wins all season.

Tottenham: mixed and inconsistent, but still picking up the odd point.

Wolves at home: limited output but slightly more competitive than away.

Tottenham away: unreliable and vulnerable defensively.

This has the feel of a nervy game. Tottenham have more riding on it, but Wolves’ recent record in the fixture makes it awkward.

Prediction: Wolves 1-1 Tottenham