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Spurs Target Cup Victory Against Struggling Doncaster Rovers

9/24/2025

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Summary

Spurs Prepare for Underdogs

Tottenham Hotspur will face Doncaster Rovers in the Carabao Cup third round on September 24, 2025, at 7:45 PM BST.
Thomas Frank plans squad rotation as Antonín Kinský debuts in goal and Randal Kolo Muani returns from injury.
Doncaster Rovers are underdogs after two straight League One defeats. Spurs have won the last three meetings, including a 5-1 victory.

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Historical Context

The 1980 FA Cup Final saw West Ham United triumph over Arsenal 1-0, underscoring the unpredictable nature of English football's domestic cup competitions. This tradition of underdogs challenging established teams continues today, as Tottenham Hotspur prepares to face Doncaster Rovers, reflecting the ongoing rivalry and competitive spirit that define the FA Cup's legacy in English football.

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Spurs Prepare for Underdogs

Tottenham Hotspur will face Doncaster Rovers in the Carabao Cup third round on September 24, 2025, at 7:45 PM BST.
Thomas Frank plans squad rotation as Antonín Kinský debuts in goal and Randal Kolo Muani returns from injury.
Doncaster Rovers are underdogs after two straight League One defeats. Spurs have won the last three meetings, including a 5-1 victory.

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