Tottenham Hotspur will be looking to continue their winning streak as they face Brighton & Hove Albion at the Amex Stadium on Thursday. After securing a hard-fought victory against Everton last weekend, Spurs are aiming for their third consecutive win in the Premier League.

Despite previously deserving better results, Tottenham's recent form has been impressive, with the club now sitting just four points off the top. Their next challenge comes against Brighton, a team they did the double over last season. However, this year's Brighton squad has faced difficulties, potentially due to their demanding Europa League group fixtures. The Seagulls have only managed one win and five points from their last five league matches.

One advantage Tottenham holds over their opponents is Brighton's defensive vulnerability. The Seagulls have conceded a goal in every single match this season, which bodes well for a Spurs side that has been producing in attack. Although last year's fixtures ended with tight scorelines of 2-1 and 0-1, Thursday's encounter may see more goals being scored. Any win during this festive period will be welcomed by Tottenham, regardless of how it is achieved.

A victory for Tottenham would mark the third time this season that manager Ange Postecoglou's side has won four consecutive league matches. While their previous streaks ended at four wins, the team is hopeful of extending their current winning run. They can rely on their form and trust in the tactical acumen of Postecoglou to navigate through potential roadblocks.

Brighton, on the other hand, possesses a +3 goal difference, which is in line with an expected goal difference of 2.8. Despite boasting a strong attack led by Evan Ferguson, who has already matched last year's six-goal tally, Brighton has struggled to find consistency lately. The team will also be without Kauro Mitoma due to injury, but they do not have any major alarms to sound.

One key factor contributing to Brighton's defensive issues has been goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen, who has made avoidable mistakes that have cost the team valuable points. Spurs, known for their pressing game, will look to exploit any errors made by Verbruggen and punish Brighton's defensive sloppiness.

Additionally, Tottenham's defense has become shakier since the departure of Cristian Romero. Despite the return of Destiny Udogie from suspension, the team still requires several defensive substitutions. Brighton, being a formidable opponent, will aim to apply pressure and take advantage of Tottenham's defensive vulnerabilities.

Ange Postecoglou acknowledged the challenges that this season would bring and anticipated a difficult campaign. However, injuries, suspensions, and upcoming international competitions have piled extra pressure on the squad. Nevertheless, Tottenham's depth has proven reliable so far, and once again, they will rely on their squad's strength to grind out a crucial victory on Thursday. These three points could become crucial in the latter stages of the season, making this match a significant fixture for both teams.