Tottenham vs. West Ham preview: 5 keys to the match

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LONDON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 22: Harry Kane of Tottenham Hotspur shoots at goal during the Barclays Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham United at White Hart Lane on November 22, 2015 in London, England. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images) /

Tottenham versus West Ham may or may not be a derby, but it’s a huge Premier League clash today

Tottenham and West Ham fans can argue for hours about whether or not today’s match should be considered a proper Premier League derby, but there’s no question that both teams will be desperate to win today at Upton Park. Both teams have a ton on the line and will go all out to capture all three points.

For Spurs, it’s an opportunity to go on top of the Premier League table. With Leicester dropping two points against West Brom yesterday, a win would carry Tottenham to the top of the table on goal difference. Spurs fans know that their side now controls their own destiny in the title race. With a giant home match against Arsenal looming, they’ll feel three points are necessary today to continue the side’s momentum.

West Ham is having a terrific season of their own. They currently reside just four points behind Manchester City for the fourth spot in the table. Manager Slaven Bilic has his Hammers dreaming of Champions League qualification and taking a Spurs scalp at home today would give his side a massive boost.

The stakes will be high for both London clubs today and everyone in the Premier League will be watching the match given its title and Champions League ramifications. Read on to discover the five keys you should be watching when Tottenham and West Ham meet today.

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