Romero Injured During Spurs Warm-Up Danso Steps Up as Starter
Tottenham Hotspur experienced a significant lineup change just before their Premier League match against Aston Villa. Captain Cristian Romero was sidelined during warm-ups, leading to Kevin Danso stepping into the starting role.
Romero’s Injury and Danso’s Opportunity
The club made the announcement shortly after the warm-up session in North London. In Romero’s absence, Micky van de Ven took over as captain.
Player Performance and Recent Matches
Cristian Romero, who has been a key player for Spurs, completed 90 minutes in all seven previous matches this season. He showcased strong performances with Van de Ven under the guidance of head coach Thomas Frank.
Romero represented Argentina during a friendly against Venezuela in the recent international break but did not participate in the match against Puerto Rico. Unfortunately, he will not take part in the clash against Aston Villa.
Kevin Danso’s First Start
Kevin Danso has appeared seven times for Spurs this season. The game against Villa marks his first start in the Premier League this campaign. Additionally, Djed Spence replaced Destiny Udogie, who is recovering from a minor knee issue after international duty.
Spurs’ Starting Lineup Against Aston Villa
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| Goalkeeper | Guglielmo Vicario |
| Defender | Pedro Porro |
| Defender | Kevin Danso |
| Defender | Cristian Romero |
| Defender | Djed Spence |
| Midfielder | Rodrigo Bentancur |
| Midfielder | João Palhinha |
| Midfielder | Mohammed Kudus |
| Forward | Xavi Simons |
| Forward | Wilson Odobert |
| Forward | Mathys Tel |
As the season progresses, Tottenham faces challenges, including injuries, but players like Danso are stepping up when needed. Fans remain hopeful for a strong performance against Aston Villa.
