Ben Davies hopes the return of Harry Kane, Dele Alli and Harry Winks can sway the north London derby Tottenham's way.
The England trio sat out goalless draws against Germany and Brazil during the international break with various injuries.
But they are all expected to be fit for Tottenham's Premier League trip to Arsenal on Saturday.
"The boys have had a few niggles here and there,'' Spurs defender Davies said.
"Sometimes these friendlies can be one game too much with the programme coming up.
"If it means they are fresh for us on the weekend then we can be happy for that.