Newcastle United travel to Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday for an early Premier League clash. The Magpies aim to build on their strong festive form. Tottenham, however, are in poor shape and have not won in their last five home league matches. So, here is the preview of Tottenham vs. Newcastle Premier League game including team news, lineups, and prediction.Â
Tottenham vs Newcastle - Premier League preview
Ange Postecoglouâs first season at Spurs started well but has taken a sharp turn. Tottenham have won only three of their last 13 games. They ended 2024 with a disappointing 2-2 draw against Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Spurs now sit in the bottom half of the table, closer to relegation than the top four. Postecoglou is under pressure, but a defeat against Newcastle is unlikely to cost him his job immediately. However, their upcoming EFL Cup semi-final against Liverpool could be decisive for his future.
Tottenham have not won at home in their last five league games. They must improve quickly to avoid falling further behind.
Newcastle United are in excellent form and have won their last four Premier League matches. Eddie Howeâs side secured a dominant 2-0 win against Manchester United at Old Trafford last week.
The Magpies have climbed to fifth in the table and are just three points away from the top four. Their defence has also improved, keeping clean sheets in their last four games.
Newcastle have a good recent record against Spurs, winning four of their last five meetings. They will aim to extend that success on Saturday.
Tottenham vs Newcastle - team news
Tottenham face several injury problems. Destiny Udogie is out with a hamstring injury, joining a long list of sidelined players. Micky van de Ven, Cristian Romero, Richarlison, and Ben Davies remain unavailable. Rodrigo Bentancur is suspended, but Djed Spence returns from his ban.
Newcastle also have key absences. Fabian Schar is suspended, while Jamaal Lascelles, Nick Pope, and Emil Krafth remain injured. Kieran Trippier may miss out due to a hamstring issue, with Tino Livramento expected to start. Sven Botman might return after recovering from his knee injury.
Tottenham vs Newcastle - predicted lineups
Tottenham predicted lineup vs Newcastle: Forster; Porro, Gray, Dragusin, Spence; Kulusevski, Sarr, Maddison; Johnson, Solanke, Son.
Newcastle predicted lineup vs Tottenham: Dubravka; Livramento, Kelly, Burn, Hall; Guimaraes, Tonali, Joelinton; Murphy, Isak, Gordon.
Prediction: Tottenham 1-2 Newcastle
Tottenhamâs defensive struggles could prove costly against Newcastleâs attack. Spurs might score, but Newcastleâs form gives them the edge. The Magpies should secure another win to strengthen their top-four push.
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