MANCHESTER UNITED VS TOTTENHAM PREVIEW AND BETTING TIPS

Tottenham have had more than a thing or two to say about the Premier League title race in the last fortnight and now just a week after dealing a substantial blow to Chelsea’s chances they could hand them the trophy gift wrapped and with a bow attached by winning at Old Trafford. 
On the other hand, Manchester United got the perfect result in the perfect circumstance at Eastlands last weekend. Not only did they take the maximum points that were a must, but they did so with a confidence boosting last minute winner. The momentum is now with Sir Alex Ferguson’s men and if they can take all three points here then they would move to the top of the Premier League and heap the pressure on Chelsea who don’t play until Sunday.

Unfortunately for Carlo Ancelotti Spurs aren’t nearly as prolific away from home as they are at White Hart Lane. A draw, two wins and three defeats make-up Tottenham’s last six league trips away from north London, no surprise then that they are as big as 7.6 (13/2) on Betfair to make it a hat-trick of wins over the top three.
One major piece of good news for manager Harry Redknapp is the return of Aaron Lennon to the squad. His pace and flair have proved more than a handful for the most hardened of defenders and Patrice Evra will certainly have his work cut out if the youngster is in the starting line-up. Coral offer generous odds of 22/1 on him opening the scoring upon his return.
For United it is pretty much as you were with only Owen Hargreaves, Michael Owen and Anderson ruled out through injury. United’s exit from the Champions League may prove to be a blessing in disguise with regards to Wayne Rooney as he has now had a rare seven days free from competitive football. He is 3/1 to get the first goal of the game and his 35th of the season.
Like a lion in the dessert United rarely fail to pounce when they are given a sniff of blood, this will be no stroll across the sand but at odds of 1/2 with Paddy Power I strongly fancy them to take up residence at the Premier League summit, for 24 hours at least, then it’s all eyes on Chelsea.