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John Duggan's football tip of the week | Chelsea v Spurs looks destined for stalemate

Every week, John Duggan brings you a preview and investment advice for the top football matches i...



Every week, John Duggan brings you a preview and investment advice for the top football matches in association with Paddy Power...

Last week we tipped our first winner in this slot, as Burnley beat Crystal Palace at odds of 17/10...

Sunday brings us three exciting matches in the Premier League, with Arsenal at home to Wolves, Manchester United away to Southampton, and the pick of the bunch, Chelsea versus Tottenham Hotspur, which is live on OTB Sports Radio. You can listen to it on the new OTB Sports APP!

Liverpool didn't manage all three points yesterday, but sit on top of the Premier League after their draw with Brighton.

It provides the opportunity for both Chelsea and Spurs to ascend to the summit of the table when they meet in London.

16 years ago, Jose Mourino accused Tottenham of parking the bus at Stamford Bridge.

The former Pensioners boss is now the driver of the Lilywhites' bus, taking on an old protege in Frank Lampard.

Both teams have evidence that would point to a victory - Chelsea have won their last six matches in all competitions and have scored 22 goals in the top flight this season, one more than Spurs. Edouard Mendy looks a better option in goal, their defence is more settled, Timo Werner is making a great impact and Hakim Ziyech has hit the ground running. N'Golo Kante remains a very important player in midfield.

Spurs, who beat Manchester City last week, have their own midfield anchor now in Pierre Emile-Hojbjerg and Harry Kane's form as a semi false nine is delightful. Heung Min Son has scored nine Premier League goals in as many games and is a danger on the break. The one worry for the visitors is the absence of in-form defender Toby Alderweireld.

Tottenham had Chelsea's number in the League Cup, which is psychologically important because their record at Stamford Bridge is wretched - one win in 30 League matches.

It's only November, but this may well be a fixture to give a real indication of both clubs' title credentials.

I think that may bring caution to proceedings and a draw could be the most likely outcome.

Football recommendation: Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur to draw - 12/5

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