Spurs v Leicester – how to watch, team news, kit colours, key information
Fri 16 September 2022, 17:09|
Tottenham Hotspur
Our final match before the international break takes place on Saturday as we welcome Leicester City to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium (kick-off 5.30pm UK).
Despite the midweek defeat to Sporting CP in the UEFA Champions League, we remain unbeaten on the domestic scene this season and will be keen to continue that run heading into the last round of international fixtures before the World Cup.
The Foxes have endured a difficult start to the campaign, though, and are currently propping up the standings with a solitary point to their name.
Here’s all the information you need to know ahead of the match...
How can I watch the game?
Saturday’s match will be televised live in the UK on Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Main Event, kick-off 5.30pm.
BBC Radio 5 Live will have live radio commentary available.
As always, you’ll be able to keep fully up-to-date with everything happening at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium via our official Club channels as well.
Before the game, tune in to SPURSPLAY to catch our popular N17 Live pre-match show, available to watch live from just before 4.30pm UK.
During the match itself, you can keep track of all the action via our Match Centre here on tottenhamhotspur.com and the Spurs Official app, where you’ll find minute-by-minute text and audio commentary, goal alerts, stats and much more.
Plus, we’ll be keeping you across everything happening at the game via our official social media platforms.
Worldwide broadcast listings are available here if you’re following us from outside the UK.
What is the team news?
Lucas Moura remains sidelined for us, while Leicester midfielder Dennis Praet will be assessed over a foot injury.
Ricardo Pereira and Ryan Bertrand are long-term absentees for the visitors.
What colours will the teams be playing in?
We’ll be wearing our new 2022/23 home kit, featuring Lilywhite shirts, navy blue shorts and white socks, while our goalkeeper will play in all yellow.
Leicester City will wear all blue, with their keeper in an all-black strip.
Who is the referee?
Simon Hooper will referee Saturday’s game, assisted by Adrian Holmes and Mark Scholes.
The fourth official will be Jarred Gillett.
Andre Marriner will be on VAR duty, assisted by Eddie Smart.
What will the weather conditions be like?
It’s due to be dry and sunny, with temperatures at around 16 degrees at the start of the game.
How can I get the matchday programme?
Saturday’s official matchday programme features a special edition front cover as we mark the sad passing of Queen Elizabeth II, depicting Her Majesty presenting Danny Blanchflower with the FA Cup at Wembley in 1962.
Harry Kane also speaks exclusively in our main interview.
Fans attending the game will be able to pick up a copy at a number of programme booths outside the ground, in the Spurs Shop at the Tottenham Experience or at the Tap Inn bars inside the stadium, or you can order online here for delivery direct to your door.
