Does Richarlison play today? Where to watch Tottenham x FC Copenhagen in the Champions League at 5pm

Richarlison returns to Tottenham Hotspur’s starting lineup for the clash against FC Copenhagen this Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at 5pm (Brasília time), at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, in London, in the fourth round of the UEFA Champions League.

The 28-year-old Brazilian takes on the role of reference in the attack of Spurs, who occupy 15th place with five points and are looking to consolidate their place in the round of 16.

Copenhagen, in 32nd place with one point, faces defensive difficulties and depends on counterattacks to surprise. Referee Eric Lambrechts referees the game, broadcast live on HBO Max and TNT for the Brazilian public.

Richarlison’s recent numbers at Spurs

Richarlison has four goals in 15 Premier League appearances this 2025-26 season.

He records one assist in the previous Europa League and averages 1.56 goals per game in all competitions. In total for Tottenham since 2022, the striker has scored 25 goals in 60 official appearances.

These data position the Brazilian as the team’s top scorer in the current Champions League, with three goals in three games.

• Goals in the Premier League: 4 in 504 minutes played.
• Total assists: 5 in the season.
• Conversion rate: 12% in completions.

The peak of his career at Everton

The period between 2020 and 2021 marked Richarlison’s peak at Everton, with 24 goals in 65 games. He scored a historic hat-trick against Grimsby Town in the 2021 FA Cup, the club’s first in years.

In the derby against Liverpool, in February 2021, he opened the scoring in a 2-0 victory, ending a 22-year drought. These performances earned permanent call-ups to the Brazilian national team, where he accumulated 20 goals in 52 games.

Expected impact on Spurs offense

Richarlison starts in a 4-2-3-1 formation, alongside Xavi Simons and Brennan Johnson.

His pivot movement and infiltrations put pressure on Copenhagen’s defense, which concedes 2.67 goals per match in the Champions League. The Brazilian contributes to 40% of Tottenham’s offensive transitions, exploiting long balls.

Against Scandinavian teams, he scored twice in previous Premier League clashes.

Absences and lineup confirmed

Tottenham lose Ben Davies and Dominic Solanke to injury, but gain the return of Richarlison from suspension.

Guglielmo Vicario in goal, Pedro Porro, Cristian Romero, Micky van de Ven and Destiny Udogie in defense. Rodrigo Bentancur and Pape Matar Sarr in the middle, with Bryan Johnson completing the attacking trio.

In Copenhagen, Magnus Mattsson and Thomas Delaney are out, weakening the midfield.

• Key absences for Spurs: Davies (defence) and Solanke (attack).
• For the visitor: Delaney (middle) and Meling (full-back).
• Tottenham formation: 4-2-3-1, focus on 55% possession.

Streaming and watching options

HBO Max streams the game, with subscription access for multiple devices. TNT covers it on closed TV, including narration in Portuguese for Brazil.

Platforms like Prime Video offer alternative coverage in some countries. Fans can follow statistics in real time through the Sofascore app.

Richardlison European History

For Tottenham, Richarlison scored two goals in the debut of the 2022-23 Champions League, against Marseille. In the 2024-25 Europa League, he contributed with five goals and two assists in 27 games, helping to win the title.

He missed 37 games through injuries last season but returned in April 2025 with an immediate impact. These numbers reinforce its importance in continental knockout stages.

Tactical strategy withthe Brazilian on the field

Thomas Frank positions Richarlison to exploit errors in Copenhagen’s ball output. The team aims to control time with an average possession of 55%, using the attacker in aerial duels.

Copenhagen adopts a compact 4-4-2, with Dominik Kotarski in goal and Youssoufa Moukoko in attack. Richarlison, with 76% accuracy in tackles, adds defensive versatility to the offensive sector.

Statistical highlights of the match

Tottenham have registered 25 goals in 16 games this season, with Richarlison making 16% of the contributions. Copenhagen has conceded 14 goals in the last five European duels, exposing flaws.

The Brazilian leads the number of chances created among Spurs forwards, with four in the Champions League.

• Average ownership: Tottenham 55%, Copenhagen 52%.
• Shots on goal: Spurs 12 per game, visitors 10.
• Corners: 6 for the home team, 5 for the away team.