Tottenham vs Newcastle United Prediction, Lineups, Preview and Team News | Premier League, January 4, 2025
Tottenham vs Newcastle United Preview
- Tournament: Premier League
- Date: 4th January 2025
- Kickoff time: 12:30 PM GMT
- Venue: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
Tottenham are up against Newcastle United in their first match of 2025 and are aiming to avoid a league double loss to the Magpies. They have dropped all six points just two times in the last 15 years in the league.
Spurs are winless in their last three matches in the league and the pressure is mounting on Ange Postecoglou. They are sitting 11th in the league table with 24 points from 19 matches but can jump a place with a win on Saturday.
Newcastle United have the chance to break into the top 4 this weekend if they pick up a big win over Tottenham. A win by 5+ goals would see them jump above Chelsea and go just two points behind Nottingham Forest.
Tottenham have won two of their last three matches at home to Newcastle United, as many as they did in the previous five. This fixture has never seen a goalless draw – the most in 59 meetings in the top flight.
Tottenham Team News
Ange Postecoglou has a lot of injury issues and that will be a major concern for him. Micky van de Ven, Richarlison, Guglielmo Vicario, Ben Davies, Cristian Romero, Wilson Odobert, and Destiny Udogie are ruled out this weekend. They are also without Rodrigo Bentancur is suspended after picking up his 5th yellow of the season.
The manager spoke about the injuries and said: “I think it is probably a combination of all of them. At the same time, there is also an individual thing involved there as well. I think it is a combination of all of those things. The amount of fixtures. The way we play. I guess the challenging bit for us is that quite a few of them have been reinjuries which we’re looking at. I think it’s a combination of all those things. I don’t think it’s unique to us. I think you’re seeing that across the board with a lot of club, it’s just that we’ve been hit a bit more extreme. Then you’ve had Vicario and with him it’s not a muscle injury but it’s long term and exacerbates the situation you’re in.”
Newcastle United Team News
Jamaal Lascelles, Emil Krafth, Callum Wilson, and Nick Pope are ruled out for Eddie Howe’s side. They are also sweating on the fitness of Kieran Trippier, while Fabian Schar is suspended for the Magpies.
However, it is not all bad news as Sven Botman is back for them. Howe said on the defender, ““I always said Sven will be in and around the Christmas games. He has worked incredibly hard to get himself into a good condition, he has had three games, he is in and around my thoughts. I will have to make a decision on who best fits that position, but it is great to have Sven back around.”
Predicted Lineups
Tottenham Predicted Lineup: (4-3-3)
Goalkeeper: Forster
Defenders: Porro, Dargusin, Gray, Spence
Midfielders: Maddison, Bissouma, Sarr
Forward: Kulusevski, Solanke, Son
Newcastle United Predicted Lineup: (4-3-3)
Goalkeeper: Dubravka
Defenders: Livramento, Botman, Burn, Hall,
Midfielders: Bruno, Tonali, Joelinton
Forward: Murphy, Isak, Gordon
Tottenham vs Newcastle United H2H Record
Newcastle United have won all three of the last meetings between these two sides. They have lost just once in the last six meetings in all competitions, and have won the other five.
Key players to watch in Tottenham vs Newcastle United
James Maddison (Tottenham)
While Dejan Kulusevski remains Tottenham’s main man this season, the eyes will be on James Maddison this weekend. His set pieces will play a key role in helping Tottenham get points.
Alexander Isak (Newcastle United)
Without a doubt, Isak will be the one to watch out for in the Newcastle United side. He has scored 12 goals this season and has 4 assists to his name – making him their biggest threat.
Tottenham vs Newcastle United Prediction
Tottenham and Newcastle United come into the match in contrasting forms. Both sides will be desperate for all three points and it would be an open game as both play attacking football.
Prediction: Tottenham 3-3 Newcastle United
Where to watch Tottenham vs Newcastle United live?
| Country | Where to Watch |
| USA | NBC Sports |
| UK | Sky Sports |
| India | Disney+Hostar, Star Network |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. When is Tottenham vs Newcastle United?
A. Tottenham vs Newcastle United takes place on 4th January.
Q. Where can you watch Tottenham vs Newcastle United?
A. Fubo, Hulu + Live TV and DirecTV Stream will stream the Tottenham vs Newcastle United match for free.
Q. What is the predicted score for Tottenham vs Newcastle United?
A. Tottenham are expected to hold Newcastle United to a 3-3 draw.
Q. What is the recent result of Tottenham vs Newcastle United?
A. Tottenham lost 2-1 to Newcastle United earlier this season. They won the last fixture at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium 4-1, back in December 2023.