Tottenham v Newcastle: lineup, statistics, preview
Tottenham vs Newcastle preview
Newcastle hopes there’s something to cheer on as he closes his Far East preseason tour against Tottenham on Sunday.
It was a disastrous summer for Magpies, who only won one of the warm-up games. On July 12, they were defeated by Celtic, Arsenal and K.League XI before a 4-0 driving by National League sidecar Lyle United.
Perhaps more importantly, their attempts to significantly improve their team have not proven fruitful by many players who refuse to make a move to Tyneside. Liam Delap, Joao Pedro, Bryan Mbeumo and James Trafford all chose to go elsewhere, where Anthony Elanga is the only major arrival.
There are also small issues with Alexander Isaac’s future.
Swedish International has trained himself at former club Real Sociedad.
This morning’s report suggests Liverpool’s £110 million opening bid was rejected in Newcastle, looking for £150 million. If they feel like they have to get cash.
It wasn’t certain the club had envisioned when the club finished fifth last year to secure its position in the Champions League.
Winger Anthony Gordon admits that speaking about Isaac is not ideal, but says there is little that players can do.
He told the Chronicle: “It’s difficult for us, because there’s not so much that can actually be done. In fact, we don’t know a lot. People always think players know what’s in and out. The reality is that we’re not.
“It’s just noise. There’s not much we can do. That’s a question for the manager because he probably feels it more or that’s the case for people who are higher at the club. As a player, you just need to play.
The mood in Tottenham is especially after Thursday. They defeated North London’s rivals Arsenal 1-0 in Hong Kong.
Pape Sarr’s incredible goal at the halftime stroke allowed Spurs fans to enjoy bragging rights to their neighbours, at least until the first Premier League meeting of the new season in November.
Tottenham vs Newcastle team news
Spurs boss Thomas Frank is likely to spread the minutes with some changes following his victory over Arsenal.
This could mean Kevin Danso, Brennan Johnson, Mattis Tell, and the son of a local hero, Hong Min.
Newcastle also changes things with the Eddie Howe set, citing a stronger XI than the XI he lost to K.League XI.
That means a recall of Bruno Guimaras, Jollington and Fabian Shah.
Park Seung Soo should also be involved in his hometown, but Joe Wilk misses it.
The expected lineup for Tottenham vs Newcastle
Tottenham: Vicario; Grey, Danso, Romero, Davis. Bissouma, Bergall; Johnson, Kudus, telephone. son
Newcastle: Pope. Trippier, Schar, Lascelles, Burn; Guimares, Joelinton, Miley; Elanga, Burns, Gordon
How to watch Tottenham v Newcastle: TV and online stream
Tottenham vs Newcastle kicks off at midday UK time on Sunday. It’s not visible on TV, but can be streamed on Spursplay and NUFC TV.
Tottenham v Newcastle statistics
- Newcastle lost only one of the last six meetings with Tottenham
- Newcastle won both meetings last season, 2-1
Tottenham vs Newcastle predictions
This should be a fairly uniform contest as the Spurs are set up to make some changes.
Despite the upheaval of the ISAK situation, Newcastle still has a strong XI, which should bring a lot of problems to Tottenham.
Prediction: Tottenham 1-1 Newcastle