West Ham Now Have the Chance to Increase Pressure on Spurs and Prove Karren Brady Wrong

West Ham United have finally found momentum under Julen Lopetegui, securing a convincing 4-1 victory over Ipswich Town.

 

Meanwhile, their fierce rivals Tottenham Hotspur experienced a meltdown, squandering a 2-0 half-time lead to lose 3-2 against Brighton.

 

Heading into an international break with such a disappointing loss is always tough, as Tottenham has just learned.

 

In contrast, West Ham can enjoy a morale boost, with two weeks to bask in the glow of a dominant win.

 

This positive energy gives the Hammers some breathing room and optimism before Premier League action resumes on October 19th, when they face Tottenham in north London.

 

The rivalry between these two clubs is intense, both on and off the pitch.

 

There’s always more at stake than just the usual bragging rights when West Ham and Spurs meet.

 

For West Ham, the motivation to defeat Tottenham again is significant, especially after last season’s 2-1 victory at Spurs’ home ground.

Now, West Ham can heap more pressure on Spurs, particularly with their recent win and the opportunity to move ahead of Tottenham in the standings.

 

Julen Lopetegui, who has faced his own share of scrutiny, is undoubtedly keen to capitalize on Spurs’ vulnerabilities.

 

With three losses already this season for both teams, Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou finds himself in the spotlight alongside Lopetegui.

 

Postecoglou, known for his assertion that he “always wins something in his second season,” is beginning to feel the weight of expectation.

 

Many believe his tactical approach is too naive, and football pundit Jamie Carragher even remarked that Spurs are too easy to play against under Postecoglou’s management.

 

The pressure on the Australian is mounting, especially given his track record and his promise of eventual success.

 

Ironically, if West Ham vice-chair Karren Brady had her way, Postecoglou might have been managing the Hammers instead of Spurs.

 

When David Moyes’ future at West Ham was uncertain last year, Postecoglou—then manager at Celtic—was heavily linked with the East London club.

 

Brady, a vocal admirer of Postecoglou’s work, had praised him extensively in a column, predicting that his distinctive style would be a big hit in the Premier League.

 

However, it was Tottenham, not West Ham, that ultimately benefited from his appointment.

 

Now, the debate rages over whether Postecoglou’s system can deliver consistent success in England.

 

The upcoming clash between West Ham and Tottenham offers several enticing incentives for the Hammers.

 

First and foremost, a win would allow West Ham to leapfrog Spurs in the league standings, adding even more pressure on Postecoglou.

 

Secondly, defeating Tottenham at their own stadium would intensify the scrutiny surrounding the Australian manager, especially as Spurs face a tough stretch of fixtures leading into the next international break in November.

 

For Lopetegui, a victory would go a long way toward solidifying his position at West Ham and gaining the full support of the fanbase.

 

It would also serve as a statement win, countering Brady’s previous endorsement of Postecoglou.

With Tottenham having collapsed against Brighton, this presents West Ham with an opportunity to further compound their rivals’ woes.

 

Tottenham’s defeat at Brighton marked the 10th time Spurs have lost after leading by two or more goals—a worrying statistic for the club.

 

The frustration among the fans is palpable, and Postecoglou himself acknowledged the gravity of the loss, calling it “the worst defeat” since taking over as manager.

 

West Ham, on the other hand, are in a prime position to strike.

 

Should they emerge victorious in the upcoming match, they can tighten the screws on Postecoglou and increase the pressure ahead of Spurs’ challenging fixtures.

 

With everything to play for, the build-up to this high-stakes clash begins now.

 

The next two weeks promise anticipation, excitement, and no shortage of drama for both sets of fans.