Spurs vs Magpies Preview, Predictions, and Top Wagers
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On Sunday, Football Action kicks off as Tottenham square off against Newcastle in the English Premier League. The Magpies are on a losing streak in their last four road games, while Spurs have snatched just a single point from their last five matches despite leading in all of them.
Spurs' Struggles
Tottenham's impressive start to the season is but a distant memory. In their opening ten fixtures, they went undefeated, notching eight victories and scoring 22 goals. However, they've now slumped on a five-game league winless streak, with four defeats under their belts. All these matches saw Spurs taking the lead first before succumbing.
A 4-1 home defeat to Chelsea followed by a 2-1 loss at Wolves, a 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa, and last weekend's 3-3 draw at Man City have dented Spurs' confidence. Things got even worse in their Thursday night clash, as a 1-0 advantage and first-half dominance crumbled into a 2-1 loss to West Ham after a defensive blunder.
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Spurs Team News
Ange Postecoglou will be without the injured Rodrigo Bentancur and James Maddison for the midfield. Gio Lo Celso and Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg could see another start, though Bryan Gil may get a nod if Lo Celso plays deeper. Micky Van De Ven's injury in defense means Ben Davies will fill in centrally. Richarlison could get the start in attack, with Brennan Johnson dropping to the bench, while Ivan Perisic and Manor Solomon remain out due to injuries.
Spurs' Attitude
Despite their recent setbacks, Spurs won't change their approach. They'll continue to toss players forward, utilize inverted fullbacks, and aim to outscore their rivals. Ange Postecoglou isn't satisfied with a draw – he's targeting a win.
Newcastle's Struggles
With a dozen injuries plaguing their roster, Newcastle has been struggling lately. They are yet to win in their last four away league matches, losing twice in a row. After beating Arsenal 1-0, they headed into the FIFA break after a 2-0 loss at Dortmund and a 2-0 defeat at Bournemouth.
However, strong showings against Chelsea (4-1 win) and PSG (1-1 draw), and a 1-0 victory over Man Utd followed, boosting their morale. Unfortunately, Newcastle suffered a 3-0 loss to Everton in their latest fixture, failing to capitalize on their chances.
Newcastle Team News
Eddie Howe's injury issues haven't shown signs of easing. Nick Pope will make way for Martin Dubravka in goal again. Dan Burn, Matt Targett, and Sven Botman remain absent from the backline. Sean Longstaff is edging closer to a return, while Elliot Anderson and Joe Willock remain injured, with Sandro Tonali ruled out due to suspension. Injuries have hurt Newcastle up front, with Harvey Barnes, Jacob Murphy, and Callum Wilson also out. Matt Ritchie and Lewis Hall could step in if necessary.
Newcastle's Motivation
Fatigue is a significant concern for Newcastle given their hectic schedule. It remains uncertain if they'll have the energy to maintain their high-pressing game and tempo against Spurs. A draw would be a satisfactory result ahead of hosting AC Milan in the Champions League, which is essential for them.
Key Stats
- Tottenham have lost four out of their last five games (leading in all of them)
- The last five encounters between these two teams have witnessed 25 goals (13 for Newcastle, 12 for Tottenham)
- Newcastle have avoided defeat in three of their last four trips to Tottenham (two wins, one draw)
- Newcastle are winless in four EPL away games (two losses, two draws)
Betting Odds
- Best Bet: Both Teams to Score + Over 2.5 goals at 1.74
- Alternative Bet: Tottenham win/draw double chance + Over 2.5 goals at 2.30
- High-Value Bet: Tottenham win and Both Teams to Score at 3.45
- Despite their recent struggles, Tottenham intends to maintain their offensive approach, aiming to outscore their rivals as they face Newcastle in the English Premier League.
- Newcastle has been plagued by injuries and fatigue, creating concerns about their ability to maintain their high-pressing game against Tottenham, especially considering their upcoming match against AC Milan in the Champions League.
- Both teams have a history of high-scoring encounters, with the last five meetings producing a total of 25 goals, making a bet on Both Teams to Score + Over 2.5 goals a possible option.
