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Spurs UEFA Cup clash in doubt

Tottenham's UEFA Cup last-16 second leg in Eindhoven could be under threat of being postponed because of industrial action by police in Holland.

Spurs, who trail PSV 1-0 after the first leg at White Hart Lane, are due to play the second leg on Wednesday.

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However, a police strike has already resulted in tomorrow's top-of-the-table Eredivisie encounter between PSV and Ajax being called off, the second fixture in the Dutch league to be hit.

the game between AZ Alkmaar and Feyenoord was postponed by the mayor of Alkmaar, Piet Bruinooge, with Dutch police fighting for better pay and conditions.

Police unions have warned all games for this week could be at risk, including the UEFA Cup tie between PSV and Spurs.

Tottenham have confirmed they expect the game to go ahead as scheduled but will keep fans updated if the situation changes.

A statement on www.tottenhamhotspur.com said: "The club is aware of and is monitoring the position in Holland in respect of a strike by Dutch police.

"At this point in time our UEFA Cup return leg against PSV in Eindhoven on Wednesday night remains unaffected. We shall update fans should the position change."

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