Richarlison’s 90th‑minute leveller rescued Tottenham at Anfield and gave interim coach Igor Tudor a boost ahead of the Champions League return with Atletico — who will be without Jan Oblak. Betting angle: Oblak’s absence increases the appeal of both teams to score and could push bettors toward Atletico handicap or higher-scoring markets.
Late Richarlison strike halts Spurs’ losing run and lifts morale
Tottenham produced a much‑needed response on Sunday, fighting back for a dramatic 1-1 draw at Anfield. Richarlison’s 90th‑minute equaliser ended a six‑match losing streak in all competitions and delivered interim coach Igor Tudor his first point in charge. The result nudged Spurs one point clear of the relegation zone and offered a timely confidence boost ahead of a pivotal Champions League return leg against Atletico Madrid.
Atletico tie: Goalkeeper blow for the visitors
Jan Oblak will miss Atletico’s trip to north London after failing to recover from a muscle strain. The Slovenian, a long‑time mainstay between the sticks, sat out Atletico’s recent league win as his recovery continued and will now focus on returning for the Madrid derby. His absence hands the starting spot to Juan Musso for the Tottenham fixture.
First leg left Spurs with a mountain to climb
The tie felt all but settled after Atletico raced into a 4-0 lead inside 22 minutes in Madrid, with Spurs forced to make an early goalkeeper change. The first leg finished 5-2, leaving Tottenham with a steep deficit to overturn at home and plenty of tactical and psychological work for Tudor’s side ahead of the second leg.
Juan Musso to deputise for Atletico
Musso, who helped secure a clean sheet in Atletico’s recent league win, will take over in goal. The Argentine international has experience at both club and international level and will be tasked with stabilising Atletico’s defence in Oblak’s absence.
Spurs team news and fitness concerns
Tudor switched goalkeepers at Anfield, reintroducing Guglielmo Vicario as he navigated a lengthy injury list. January signing Conor Gallagher missed the trip to Liverpool through illness and is doubtful for the midweek clash.
Several players remain sidelined, including Destiny Udogie, Yves Bissouma, Lucas Bergvall, Mohammed Kudus, Dejan Kulusevski, Rodrigo Bentancur, Wilson Odobert, Ben Davies and James Maddison.
Cristian Romero and Joao Palhinha are progressing and could be available after recovering from concussion.
Betting implications and tactical outlook
Oblak’s absence changes Atletico’s defensive profile, making markets such as both teams to score or higher goallines more attractive.
Tottenham’s late equaliser suggests resilience but the aggregate deficit means they may need to play more expansively, increasing chances of open, high‑scoring play.
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Punters should monitor team news for final lineups and consider handicaps or over/under markets accordingly.
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