Tottenham Hotspur F.c. hit by Micky van de Ven red card swing as Anfield trip looms
tottenham hotspur f. c. were left dealing with a major on-field and selection blow after defender Micky van de Ven was sent off against Crystal Palace, a dismissal that will rule him out of the trip to Anfield to face Liverpool next Sunday.
What Happens When Tottenham Hotspur F. c. lose Micky van de Ven for the Anfield trip?
The immediate consequence of van de Ven’s straight red is clear: he will miss the upcoming match at Anfield. The sending off came after the Dutch defender was judged to have denied a goalscoring opportunity when Ismaila Sarr got the wrong side of him and was pulled down. Referee Andy Madley showed a straight red card without hesitation, reducing the hosts to 10 men in what was described as a crucial game for caretaker manager Igor Tudor.
In-game, Tottenham were forced into damage limitation. Tudor responded with a double change on the stroke of half-time, sending on Conor Gallagher and Yves Bissouma for Souza and Randal Kolo Muani. The sequence of events left Spurs facing a long spell a man down, with the dismissal arriving shortly after Dominic Solanke had put Tottenham in front.
What If VAR and semi-automated offside keep deciding key moments?
The match’s early flashpoint arrived before the red card, when Sarr appeared to put Palace ahead with an effort that looped over Guglielmo Vicario. The goal was disallowed after a VAR intervention and semi-automated offside technology, with Premier League Match Centre stating that the check established Sarr was in an offside position and recommending the goal be ruled out.
On commentary, Joe Hart said he did not think it was offside, while Sam Matterface described the process of ensuring the “accurate kick point” before the measurement. After confirmation, Madley signaled offside, with Hart later remarking that Sarr’s “face was offside” while also questioning how the decision looked. Palace boss Oliver Glasner was seen pointing to his nose after the decision, suggesting he believed that was why the effort was chalked off.
Moments after the disallowed goal, Tottenham took the lead through Solanke, who finished instinctively following work down the left from Archie Grey. But that advantage did not last long. Van de Ven’s dismissal followed soon after, and Sarr then converted from the spot, sending Vicario the wrong way.
What Happens Next after the chaotic first half against Crystal Palace?
The first 40 minutes were described as action-packed, and the late stages of the half swung further away from Tottenham. Jorgen Strand Larsen and Sarr both scored just before half-time, leaving Palace 3-1 ahead. Home supporters were seen leaving their seats after Spurs conceded the third goal.
Tottenham’s captain cut a visibly frustrated figure after being sent off, while Tudor was described as slouched back in his chair as the match turned. Former Spurs goalkeeper Joe Hart, speaking on commentary, argued the red card was the correct decision because van de Ven made “no attempt to play the ball. ” Hart also noted the only possible debate point was an earlier duel involving Strand-Larsen and Danso, but added he did not view it as a foul.
The wider stakes around the result were also underlined. Defeat will leave Spurs just one point above the relegation zone. With the Anfield trip next on the schedule and van de Ven unavailable, tottenham hotspur f. c. now face an immediate test of resilience after a first half shaped by VAR, semi-automated offside, and a game-changing red card.
