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Qarabag v Tottenham: Visitors won't bag maximum points

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Qarabag v Tottenham
Thursday November 26, 18:00
Live on BT Sport Europe
Juggling multiple competitions is often a stiff test for a top-level manager, and it's a task that has come into sharp focus this week for Tottenham's Mauricio Pochettino. The Lilywhites' recent Premier League form has sparked murmurings about a surprise title tilt, and as such, Sunday's London derby against the champions Chelsea surely takes priority over a long trip to Azerbaijan.
The tricky thing is that Tottenham wanted to have qualified for the last 32 by now, but they haven't. They can afford to slip up on Thursday evening and still make it through, but a home game against Monaco is by no means a guaranteed three points.
Spurs are expected to field teenage wunderkind Dele Alli, as he is suspended for the clash with Chelsea. Clinton N'Jie may get another chance to show he isn't just a headless maverick, while we may also get a rare sighting of the lesser-spotted Andros Townsend.
Qarabag eventually succumbed 3-1 at White Hart Lane, but they took an early lead, and they are no pushovers at home. The Azerbaijani champions have drawn with Monaco and beaten Anderlecht, and they hammered Young Boys 3-0 in the play-off round.
Qarabag haven't lost a home game since February, and they haven't been beaten on their turf in European competition in over a year. The hosts are right in the mix for qualification, and I think what is likely to be an under-strength Spurs are underpriced at 2.10.
It's also worth noting that Tottenham's away form in Europe is modest. They have lost three of their last four away games in the Europa League, and have only won two of their last nine road matches.

Recommended Bet
Lay Spurs at 2.10


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