Tottenham make their return to Premier League action over the weekend as they prepare for a trip to current champions Manchester City.
Spurs have already beaten Man City this season, getting one over them in the EFL Cup as part of an impressive display.
The challenge this time around will be different for Ange Postecoglou as it is away from home and in league action after the international break.
Tottenham will be looking to return to winning ways but may need a slice of fortune to beat a side with the quality of City’s.
That’s where the calls of the referee and match officials could end up having a huge say in the tie and how it finishes.
So with that said, here’s a look at everything you need to know about the referee and VAR appointments for Tottenham vs Manchester City.
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Who is the referee for Man City vs Tottenham?
The Premier League have appointed John Brooks as the referee and main match official for Tottenham’s trip to Manchester City.
He has taken charge of four Premier League games this season alongside the Championship and some UEFA competitions.
John Brooks record vs Tottenham
In his career so far, Brooks has taken charge of eight Tottenham games, with a mixed bag of results for the Lilywhites.
| Matches | Tottenham win | Tottenham draw | Tottenham defeat |
| 8 | 4 | 2 | 2 |
The referee has dished out one red card to Spurs in those eight games, which was handed to Yves Bissouma for a second bookable offence in last season’s 1-0 win over Luton Town.
John Brooks record vs Man City
Brooks has also taken charge of eight Manchester City games in his career, though there have been more wins weighted to the champions.
| Matches | Man City win | Man City draw | Man City defeat |
| 8 | 6 | 0 | 2 |
In those eight games, Man City have been awarded two penalties, while only five yellow cards have been dished out.
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Man City vs Tottenham VAR and match officials
Joining Brooks as his assistants are Simon Bennett and Dan Robathan, who will be running the line for the Tottenham and Man City clash – while Peter Bankes is the fourth official.
Michael Salisbury will be the main VAR, and he will be joined by Nick Greenhalgh as his assistant in Stockley Park.
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