Tottenham Hotspur are set to compete in the UEFA Europa League this season, and expectations are high for a strong showing in the competition.

After years of near-misses and frustration, Spurs supporters are eager for the team to end their trophy drought. Many see the Europa League as the perfect platform to finally lift silverware and secure a spot in next season’s UEFA Champions League.

However, the recent prediction from the Opta Supercomputer might not sit well with Tottenham fans.

According to the Opta Supercomputer (h/t Daily Mail), Spurs are predicted to finish fourth in the tournament this season. Despite being one of the strongest sides in the competition, the data-driven analysis suggests that Tottenham may fall short of their ambitions.

The prediction also places Spanish side Athletic Club Bilbao as the runners-up in the tournament, while Slavia Praha is expected to reach the semi-finals alongside Tottenham. While these teams are certainly capable, many Spurs supporters would argue that their team is more than equipped to go all the way and lift the trophy.

Tottenham’s Europa League history includes two triumphs in the competition, formerly known as the UEFA Cup, and fans are hopeful that the club can add a third title to their collection.

With star players such as Son Heung-min, James Maddison, and Cristian Romero, and an exciting blend of youth and experience, Spurs certainly have the talent to challenge for the trophy.

Given the club’s recent struggles to compete consistently at the top level, lifting the Europa League would provide a significant boost in confidence for the team and its supporters.

Outside of Opta’s prediction, there’s no doubt that Tottenham have what it takes to lift this continental trophy. However, they’ll need to fix a lot of things along the way for Ange’s system to work perfectly. Additionally, these tournaments, once they reach the knockout stages, are often decided by fine margins.