Thursday , November 7 2024

Solskjaer, Pochettino face off in Man United ‘audition’

– Spurs trophy charge –

Spurs have amassed 48 points after 21 matches, just two behind Manchester City and six shy of leaders Liverpool and are still competing on four fronts with Champions League, FA Cup and League Cup commitments on top of a title challenge.

Pochettino started the season with two huge challenges — no fresh signings and no proper break for many of his top stars after they were involved in the World Cup until the final weekend.

Tottenham, who beat United 3-0 at Old Trafford earlier this season, are also still waiting to move into their new stadium after months of delays.

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The Argentine boss, who has yet to win a trophy as a manager, has given mixed messages over his future, refusing to rule out a move to Old Trafford but also saying he hopes to be at Spurs for 20 years.

But Pochettino believes neither he nor Solskjaer will need any extra motivation than the three points on offer on Sunday.

“Of course for him (Solskjaer) it’s a massive motivation or challenge to manage Manchester United, like for me it’s a massive challenge to be in front for this football club, Tottenham.

“Always the motivation is to win because we’re so competitive. We’re people that love to win and hate to lose, and always when you play a friendly game or a competitive game like Sunday always it’s about winning.”

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