Tottenham’s Premier League fixtures for March have been changed.
Tottenham have confirmed changes to three March fixtures following the Premier League’s broadcast selection process, with both home matches moved to accommodate television coverage.
The club announced the amendments on Wednesday afternoon, with supporters needing to adjust plans for crucial fixtures as Thomas Frank’s side battles to climb away from the relegation zone.
Tottenham’s home match against Crystal Palace has been moved back a day and will now take place on Thursday, March 5th with an 8pm kick-off. The fixture was originally scheduled for Wednesday, March 4th.
The change means Spurs will face their London rivals under the lights at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in what could prove a crucial encounter. Palace have already beaten Tottenham twice this season, though one of those victories came before Brennan Johnson’s £35 million summer move to Selhurst Park.
The home fixture against Nottingham Forest has also been moved back a day, now taking place on Sunday, March 22nd with a 2:15pm kick-off. The match was previously scheduled for Saturday, March 21st.
Forest represent another challenging opponent for Frank’s struggling side, with Nuno Espírito Santo’s former club sitting comfortably in mid-table. The fixture timing on Sunday afternoon provides less recovery time before Tottenham’s next match, adding to the congestion issues Frank has complained about throughout the season.
Tottenham’s away fixture at Liverpool has been rescheduled to Sunday, March 15th with a 4:30pm kick-off. The original date for this fixture has not been specified in the announcement.
The trip to Anfield represents one of Tottenham’s toughest remaining fixtures, with Liverpool currently sitting fourth in the Premier League table. Arne Slot’s side have impressed this season and will provide a stern test of whether Frank’s team can compete against top-four quality opposition.
Impact on Tottenham’s survival fight
The fixture changes come at a critical time for Tottenham, who sit 14th in the Premier League with 27 points from 21 matches. Frank’s side are just seven points above the relegation zone following Saturday’s devastating 2-1 home defeat to West Ham.
The rescheduling means Tottenham will play midweek football against Palace, potentially disadvantaging them if they have a quick turnaround from their previous fixture. Thursday night matches have historically been unpopular with supporters due to travel and work commitments.
For fans planning to attend these fixtures, the changes may cause logistical difficulties. Thursday evening kick-offs are particularly challenging for supporters traveling from outside London, while the Sunday afternoon slot against Forest provides less recovery time for players between matches.
The full list of fixture changes is available on the official Tottenham Hotspur website, with supporters advised to check travel arrangements and ticket information following the amendments. Season ticket holders and members should receive direct communication about any implications for their bookings.