This is a crucial relegation six-pointer with Spurs sitting only one point above 17th-place Forest. Interim manager Igor Tudor has deployed a system utilizing Xavi Simons in a 'free No. 10' role, allowing him to dictate play as seen in their recent win over Atletico Madrid.

Forest, under Vítor Pereira, excel at neutralizing high-possession teams. Their 3-0 victory over Spurs in December is a primary tactical reference. Forest's strategy will center on a low block and vertical counters using the pace of Hudson-Odoi and Igor Jesus.

The return of Conor Gallagher and Destiny Udogie provides Tudor with tactical flexibility, though the continued absence of James Maddison and the suspension of Cristian Romero leave significant holes.

Predicted lineups:

Tottenham (4-2-3-1): Vicario; Porro, Dragusin, Van de Ven, Udogie; Gallagher, Sarr; Gray, Simons, Tel; Solanke.

Forest (4-2-3-1): Sels; Aina, Milenkovic, Murillo, Williams; Sangaré, Anderson; Dominguez, Gibbs-White, Hudson-Odoi; Igor Jesus.

Notes: Pedro Porro and Richarlison face late fitness tests; James Maddison is out for the season.