Tottenham Looks to Secure Knockout Stage Berth Against Slavia Praha

LONDON (Interstat) — Tottenham Hotspur returns to Champions League action at home Tuesday against SK Slavia Praha, aiming to solidify its position in the knockout round while the Czech visitors cling to fading hopes of European advancement.

The Group H match, scheduled for Dec. 9, 2025, at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, pits a potent Spurs attack against a Slavia side that has struggled for goals in continental play.

Tottenham (2-2-1, 8 points) enters the match following a wild 5-3 away loss to Paris Saint-Germain on Nov. 26. Despite that defensive lapse, Ange Postecoglou’s squad has shown formidable firepower at home, including a 4-0 rout of FC København on Nov. 4. A victory would all but guarantee progression to the round of 16.

Slavia Praha (0-3-2, 3 points) sits at the bottom of the group and must win to maintain any realistic chance of continuing in Europe. The Czech champions have been defensively stubborn but offensively stagnant, playing to a scoreless draw with Athletic Club on Nov. 25. Their campaign has been defined by a lack of goals, having been shut out in three of their five matches, including losses to Inter Milan (3-0) and Arsenal (3-0).

The visitors have managed only two goals in the group stage, both coming in a 2-2 draw with Bodo/Glimt. Breaking down a Tottenham side eager to rebound from a high-scoring defeat presents a formidable challenge.

According to Interstat’s game simulator, Tottenham is projected to win 2-0. The model reflects Slavia’s scoring woes and Tottenham’s home-field advantage.

For Spurs, the match is a critical step before the winter break and a pivotal January that includes a clash with Borussia Dortmund on Jan. 20, 2026. Slavia Praha faces a daunting visit from Barcelona on Jan. 21, 2026, making any points earned in London crucial for potential Europa League qualification.

Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. local time at the 62,850-seat stadium in North London.