Preview: Tottenham vs Southampton - prediction, team news, lineups \"Our fan-led review will still happen and I remain convinced of the need for reform. We must make sure this never happens again.\" The plans were even fiercely criticised by many of the clubs' own players and managers for acting as a closed shop. The Premier League threatened to sanction the six rebel clubs and PM Johnson considered introducing laws to stop them forming a new European competition he called a \"cartel.\" Just before kick-off at Stamford Bridge, it was widely reported that Tottenham vs Southampton owner Roman Abramovich had decided to withdraw from the controversial breakaway plan. \"It was nice to see the supporters out there, it was nice to see that feeling, that emotion, and everyone's response today,\" Brighton manager Graham Potter said. On the other side, Brighton will be looking to stay clear of relegation. The club is currently safe with 33 points, but will be looking to provide some insurance Tuesday. Fans celebrate the news of Tottenham vs Southampton's withdrawal from the European Tottenham vs Southampton. (Photo by David Cliff/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images) \"As a result of listening to you and the wider football community over recent days we are withdrawing from the proposed Tottenham vs Southampton. We made a mistake, and we apologise for it.\" Tottenham vs Southampton fans gathered outside Stamford Bridge to protest ahead of their side's 0-0 draw with Brighton in the Premier League on Tuesday and celebrated when reports broke that the Blues were planning to pull out. Manchester United said: “Manchester United will not be participating in the European Tottenham vs Southampton. As should come as no surprise, the formation of this Tottenham vs Southampton is adamantly opposed by FIFA and UEFA, who serve as the respective governing bodies for international and European soccer. The Premier League had already threatened the six Tottenham vs Southampton clubs with expulsion if they go it alone in Europe. Former Tottenham vs Southampton goalkeeper Petr Cech calls for calm as fans protest. (Photo by Charlotte Wilson/Offside/Offside via Getty Images) Tottenham vs Southampton takes on Brighton & Hove Albion Tuesday as all of European football is in a stir amid the Tottenham vs Southampton controversy. On cue, Tuesday’s English Premier League matchup is set to include one of the powerhouses looking to join the Tottenham vs Southampton against an EPL competitor that would left in the dust by the proposed new league. (UPDATE: But now there are reports that the club is pulling out of the ESL.) Tottenham vs Southampton currently sits in fifth place in the Premier League standings, but has a chance to jump rival West Ham United for fourth place with a tie. A win would move them past Leicester United for third place. Mason Mount, Jorginho, Tammy Abraham have chipped in six goals apiece with American star Christian Pulisic heating up after a slow start due to injury. Tottenham vs Southampton vs. Brighton & Hove Albion (English Premier League 2021) Liverpool and Leeds fans also stood outside the stadium on Monday and voiced their disapproval. \"Our fan-led review will still happen and I remain convinced of the need for reform. We must make sure this never happens again.\" The plans were even fiercely criticised by many of the clubs' own players and managers for acting as a closed shop. \"It was nice to see the supporters out there, it was nice to see that feeling, that emotion, and everyone's response today,\" Brighton manager Graham Potter said.