1. Toby Alderweireld vs. Salomon Rondon
At first glance, this surely seems like a strange matchup to highlight as the most important of the match. Upon closer examination, it’s easy to see why this matchup could be crucial on both ends of the pitch.
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If West Brom want to win this match, they’re going to need Rondon to give them solid contributions both offensively and defensively. The need for his production on the offensive end of the pitch is rather obvious. He’s a big, physical centre forward who can find the back of the net. Alderweireld will be tasked with keeping him off the score sheet.
Rondon also can’t afford to let Alderweireld make an impact on the Spurs attack. He has the unique ability to get forward in attack and unlock the opposition. His long diagonals are a thing of beauty when they find their target.
These two men are going to see a lot of one another during the match, and the star who gets the upper hand will give his side a huge advantage.