Tottenham vs Newcastle Preview & Prediction | 2023-24 English Premier League
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THE FACTS
When is Tottenham vs Newcastle on and what time does it start? Tottenham vs Newcastle will take place on Sunday 10th December 2023 – 16:30 (UK)
Where can I get tickets for Tottenham vs Newcastle? Visit each club’s official website for the latest ticket information
What TV channel is Tottenham vs Newcastle on in the UK? Television rights for the Premier League in the UK are shared between Sky Sports, TNT Sports and Amazon Prime so it is worth checking their schedules for Tottenham vs Newcastle
Where can I stream Tottenham vs Newcastle in the UK? If Tottenham vs Newcastle is televised, then it can be streamed on either Sky Go, discovery+ or Amazon Prime Video depending on who is broadcasting the match
THE LOWDOWN
TOTTENHAM
Tottenham set a promising foundation after securing an impressive 3-3 draw against Manchester City last weekend. However, their failure to sustain that momentum was evident on Thursday night when they suffered a 2-1 defeat in a London derby against West Ham at home.
Injuries plaguing the squad offer a reasonable explanation for their recent poor results, with many of Spurs' key players having been absent for prolonged periods. However, their inability to adapt their strategy when faced with adversity seems to be costing them crucial points. The question arises: how long can Spurs fans prioritise an exciting style of play over the importance of securing three points?
NEWCASTLE
Newcastle’s aspirations to stay competitive in the hunt for a successive season of Champions league football took a blow as they suffered a 3-0 defeat at Goodison Park. Kieran Trippier, known for his defensive solidity, had a night to forget, being involved in all three of Everton's goals in a calamitous outing.
While Trippier shoulders some blame, the entire team must share responsibility, failing to generate sufficient scoring opportunities at the opposite end of the field, warranting nothing from the match
THE TEAM NEWS
TOTTENHAM
Son Heung-Min appeared to be limping after Thursday’s result, creating the only fresh injury concern for Postecoglou. The South Korean will be assessed ahead of Sunday’s game. Pape Sarr returned to the bench in the West Ham loss, putting him back in contention to start.
PREDICTED XI (4-2-3-1): Vicario; Porro, Romero, Davies, Udogie; Bissouma, Sarr; Kulusevski, Lo Celso, Johnson; Son
UNAVAILABLE: Whiteman (Injured), Van de Ven (Injured), Sessegnon (Injured), Perisic (Injured), Bentancur (Injured), Maddison (Injured), Solomon (Injured)
QUESTIONABLE: Dier (Injured), Son (Injured)
NEWCASTLE
Eddie Howe's frustrations over the expanding injury list will resonate with his counterpart in the opposing dugout, with both sides missing key players.
Newcastle’s extensive injury roster seemingly grew during the defeat at Goodison Park as captain Jamal Lascelles was substituted late in the game. Eddie Howe, however, remains optimistic, suggesting that it might not be a serious setback, expressing hope that it's nothing more than a mere dead leg.
PREDICTED XI (4-3-3): Dubravka; Trippier, Krafth, Schar, Livramento; Miley, Guimaraes, Joelinton; Almiron, Isak, Gordon
UNAVAILABLE: Pope (Injured), Targett (Injured), Manquillo (Injured), Burn (Injured), Anderson (Injured), Tonali (Suspended), Longstaff (Injured), Willock (Injured), J. Murphy (Injured), Barnes (Injured)
QUESTIONABLE: Botman (Injured), Lascelles (Injured), Wilson (Injured)
THE PREDICTION
Sunday's upcoming match between two depleted squads, both struggling for form and eager for results to keep pace with the top contenders, appears destined for a cautious and tight encounter. Tottenham's recent slips at home against Villa and West Ham have revealed vulnerabilities, particularly in defending situations, exposing an element of immaturity that has proven costly.
To address this, Postecoglou must impart crucial defensive lessons and install a more composed approach to thwarting opposition attacks. Eddie Howe's team, on the other hand, has shown resilience by avoiding consecutive defeats since August, and will not let Thursday’s defeat at Everton faze them.
Given the circumstances and the reliance on emerging talents due to depleted squads, a draw seems a plausible outcome for this match.
TIP: DRAW
