Newcastle United Welcome Tottenham Hotspur to St James’ Park at the start of the weekend in Premier League.
The Magpies face a Spurs side who recently moved into the top four as they continue their quest for a title guarantee Champions League to see. Angel Postecoglou’s side has 60 points, tied on points with fifth place Village but with a game in hand.
Eddie Howe Meanwhile, the team has struggled to replicate last season’s form and is languishing in eighth place as it looks to return to European competition next season. Even so, they are just two points behind sixth place Manchester Unitedeven though a return to the Champions League is practically out of the question.
Both teams have won three, drawn one and lost one of their last five Premier League games, although Newcastle’s extensive injury list may have swung the game in Spurs’ favor.
Either way, Tottenham will be keen to pick up three points ahead of a five-game series against them ArsenalChelsea, Liverpool and City of Manchester before the end of the season.
Here’s everything you need to know about the match and get the latest odds and tips, here.
When is it?
Newcastle v Tottenham kicks off at 12:30pm BST on 13 April 2024 at St. Catharines.
How can I watch?
The match will be broadcast live on TNT Sports 1 and TNT Sports Ultimate, which subscribers can stream via the Discovery+ app and website. Coverage will begin at 11am BST.
If you’re traveling abroad and want to watch major sporting events, you might need a VPN to unblock your streaming app. Our VPN roundup is here to help and includes offers on VPNs in the market. Viewers using a VPN need to ensure they comply with all local regulations where they are, as well as the terms of their service provider.
Team News
Joe Willock is the latest addition to Newcastle’s injury list. The Magpies have one of the worst injury records in the league, with Nick Pope, Callum Wilson, Kieran Trippier, Jamaal Lascelles, Joelinton, Sven Botman, Matt Targett and Tino Livramento all ruled out. Sandro Tonali, of course, is still suspended.
For the visitors, striker Richarlison missed the last match against Nottingham Forest and will be evaluated before this game. Fraser Forster, Ryan Sessegnon and Manor Solomon remain sidelined.
Predicted alignments
Newcastle XI: Dubravka; Krafth, Schar, Burn, Hall; Longstaff, Guimarães, Anderson; Murphy, Isaac, Gordon.
Tottenham XI: Vicarious; Porro, Romero, van de Ven, Udogie; Bissouma, Sarr; Johnson, Maddison, Werner; Son.
Chances
Newcastle – 7/4
Draw – 3/1
Tottenham – 8/11
Get the latest gambling tips and odds, here.
Prediction
Tottenham may be slight favorites given both sides’ recent form and Newcastle’s extensive injury list, but any trip to St James’ Park has become difficult in recent seasons. However, the London team is expected to win a tight game. Newcastle 1 x 2 Tottenham.
