Add to that the fact that Tamworth have never been beyond the third round, the odds are really stacked in Spurs’ favour, regardless of their injury woes – after all if they can keep a clean sheet against the highest scorers and also score against one of the meanest defences they should be able to overcome the Lambs.

Tamworth are out to cause what would be the biggest upset in FA Cup history on Sunday, when they host Premier League giants Tottenham.

Tamworth boss Andy Peaks says Sunday's FA Cup third-round tie with Tottenham has already become part of the town's history.

Ange Postecoglou says his Tottenham players will "respect" Tamworth in Sunday's FA Cup third-round clash, which will be held on an artificial pitch. Tamworth are the lowest-ranked team left of the competition and one of two non-league teams,