Aston Villa vs Tottenham scenarios and what it would mean for Ange Postecoglou in top-four race

The outcome of Sunday's Premier League clash between Tottenham and Aston Villa really could have a huge say on the race for Champions League football. As things stand, it is Unai Emery's side who are leading the way for a place at Europe's top table as we approach the business end of the 2023/24 campaign.

Five points is all that separates the sides at the beginning of March, with Tottenham crucially having a game in hand to come against Chelsea that could potentially make all the difference in the race come May. A Champions League berth will not be decided in Sunday's fixture in the Midlands but the result may have a big bearing on the final standings in this Premier League season.

Maybe viewed as a must-win game for Tottenham by some, it is probably better dubbed as a must-not-lose fixture as there is still a lot of football to be played between now and the final day. So what exactly would a win, draw or defeat mean for Ange Postecoglou's team in the battle for the top four? football.london takes a look below at the three different scenarios facing Tottenham.

What it would mean for the Premier League table.

4. Aston Villa 55

5. Tottenham 53

Tottenham would be in an excellent position to finish in the top four if they are to secure a win at Villa Park this weekend. With five points currently separating the sides in the table at present, the Lilywhites can move to within two points of Villa.

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Having the luxury of a game in hand to come at some point in the season, Tottenham would then have the opportunity to move ahead of their rivals if