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Tottenham Face Injury Crisis, Wear Anti-Racism Shirts

4/25/2026

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De Zerbi Injury Update

Roberto De Zerbi announced Destiny Udogie, James Maddison, Pape Matar Sarr and goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario will miss Saturday’s Wolverhampton match.
He said Udogie’s muscle problem may sideline him and hopes Maddison could be fit by May 11.
Cristian Romero and Mohammed Kudus are ruled out for the season.
Tottenham, behind West Ham (17th) and eight points behind Nottingham Forest (16th), will wear “Spurs against Racism” shirts in solidarity with Kevin Danso after online abuse.

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De Zerbi Boosts Morale

Roberto De Zerbi (Tottenham manager) said confidence in Destiny Udogie and Mathys Tel is essential for the final stretch.
He outlined a substitution policy allowing five changes and tactical plans based on fitness and match flow, noting Wolves boss Rob Edwards as a midfield challenge.
De Zerbi praised Kevin Danso for composure after racist insults, confirmed his stay, and credited coaching staff and newcomer Djed Spence with boosting morale.

History

Historical Context

Kick It Out began as the ‘Let’s Kick Racism Out of Football’ campaign in 1993 and became a charity in 1997. Following John Terry’s alleged 2009 racist remarks, the Premier League donated £1 million, enabling Tottenham officers to run workshops that reached 12,000 London youths. The pledge echoed player protests such as Joleon Lescott’s 2007 shirt refusal and set a template for campaigns, including 2019 No Room For Racism initiative.

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De Zerbi Injury Update

Roberto De Zerbi announced Destiny Udogie, James Maddison, Pape Matar Sarr and goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario will miss Saturday’s Wolverhampton match.
He said Udogie’s muscle problem may sideline him and hopes Maddison could be fit by May 11.
Cristian Romero and Mohammed Kudus are ruled out for the season.
Tottenham, behind West Ham (17th) and eight points behind Nottingham Forest (16th), will wear “Spurs against Racism” shirts in solidarity with Kevin Danso after online abuse.

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