Tottenham and Newcastle meet in a crucial Premier League clash as both sides look to build momentum. We break down the form, team news, odds and best betting tips.
Both Tottenham and Newcastle come into this fixture in dreadful form.
Pressure is mounting on both managers amid growing talk of the Premier League sack race.
Neither side can afford another damaging result.
This match feels like a potential tipping point in seasons that are threatening to unravel.
Best Bets and Betting Tips
Newcastle to Win – 6/4
Despite their poor recent results, Newcastle’s underlying numbers remain stronger than Tottenham’s.
Eddie Howe’s side rank sixth in the league for xG difference, compared to Spurs in 14th, suggesting Newcastle’s downturn has not been as prolonged or as severe beneath the surface.
With Tottenham winless in seven and struggling badly at home, the away win offers value at this price.
Archie Gray to be Shown a Card – 4/1
Gray is operating in an unfamiliar full-back/wing-back role, and that positional adjustment could worsen his already poor disciplinary record.
He averages 0.43 cards per 90 minutes this season and will likely be tested defensively again here against Newcastle’s wide threats.
At 4/1, the price looks generous for a player likely to be under sustained defensive pressure.
Over 2.5 Goals – 3/4
Both defences are being exposed with worrying regularity, and the underlying data points towards another high-scoring game.
Newcastle’s combined xG for and against stands at 2.89 per match (1.55 for, 1.34 against), while Tottenham’s is 2.70 (1.30 for, 1.40 against).
Over 2.5 goals has landed in four of Spurs’ last five Premier League games, and both of Newcastle’s last two league matches have featured five goals.
Tottenham vs Newcastle Form Guide
Tottenham are winless in seven league matches and have slid down to 15th in the table.
European qualification via the league is now looking increasingly unrealistic.
They have firmly entered the Premier League relegation battle now.
Their struggles have been magnified at home, where they have managed just two league wins all season.
Newcastle’s situation is only marginally better.
Their under pressure boss Eddie Howe brings his side to London sat in 12th and they arrive on the back of three straight league defeats.
Away from home, results have been equally concerning, with just two league wins on the road this season.
Key Stats & Trends
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Tottenham: Winless in 7 Premier League matches
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Newcastle: Winless in 4 league games, losing their last 3
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League positions: Spurs 15th, Newcastle 12th
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Spurs home form: Only 2 home league wins all season
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Newcastle away form: Only 2 away league wins all season
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Europe: Both sides now unlikely to qualify via league position
Tottenham vs Newcastle Predicted Lineups
Tottenham Hotspur (4-3-3)
Confirmed XI:
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GK: Guglielmo Vicario
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DEF: Archie Gray, Radu Dragusin, Micky van de Ven, Spence
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MID: Conor Gallagher, Yves Bissouma, Pape Sarr
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FWD: Xavi Simons, Dominic Solanke, Wilson Odobert
Newcastle United (4-3-3)
Confirmed XI:
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GK: Nick Pope
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DEF: Kieran Trippier, Malick Thiaw, Sven Botman, Dan Burn
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MID: Joe Willock, Bruno Guimaraes, Jacob Ramsey
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FWD: Anthony Elanga, Anthony Gordon, Harvey Barnes
How to Watch Tottenham vs Newcastle
Tottenham vs Newcastle will be shown live on TV in the UK, with coverage available via the Premier League’s broadcast partners.
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TV channel: Sky Sports Main Event / Sky Sports Premier League
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Live stream: Sky Go and NOW TV
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Kick-off time: 7:30pm UK time
Viewers outside the UK can watch the match through their local Premier League broadcasters, with streaming options available in most territories.
Tottenham vs Newcastle Match Winner Odds
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Tottenham: 15/8
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Draw: 5/2
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Newcastle: 6/4
Odds correct at time of writing and subject to change.
Tottenham vs Newcastle Correct Score Prediction
Tottenham’s struggles at home and Newcastle’s stronger underlying numbers point towards a narrow away win.
With both defences conceding chances regularly, a 2–1 victory for the visitors fits the recent patterns for both sides.
Tottenham 1–2 Newcastle
