Last update August 17, 2024 by colgadosporelfutbol
Newcastle United take on Tottenham Hotspur in a big Premier League clash on matchday three of the season 2024/25. Here is a preview.
The new season is an opportunity for new stories to be written as several clubs fight for their goals in a completely new campaign. Newcastle, who finished seventh in the Premier League last season, will receive at Tottenham, who finished fifth in their Europa League qualification.
Thus, Both clubs will be eager to make a good impression this season, and this initial meeting will be a test of your willingness to compete.
They last met in a controversial post-season friendly at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in Australia., capable 100.000 people, in may, just three days after playing their last league game of the campaign. That meeting ended 5-4 in favor of Newcastle on penalties after a draw 1-1, but their most recent competitive encounter was a Newcastle win by 4 zero at home.
curiously, This match has been a goal-filled affair.: In four of the last five games at least four goals have been scored. Newcastle will also be pleased to have scored ten goals against Spurs in the last two games at St. James’ Park, granting only once.
The Magpies have enjoyed a fantastic rise in fortunes since a consortium led by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund became majority owner in late 2021.
A significant investment in the club followed and, at the end of the next season, Newcastle sealed qualification for the UEFA Champions League for the first time in 20 years. But nevertheless, They were eliminated from the Group of Death which included the likes of AC Milan, Paris Saint-Germain and eventual finalist Borussia Dortmund.
After an injury crisis interrupted their campaign due to an increased match schedule, Eddie Howe's team finished last season on top by defeating Brentford by 4-2 away from home to tentatively secure a Europa Conference League spot 2024/25. But nevertheless, Manchester United's victory in the FA Cup meant they automatically qualified for the Europa League from eighth place, while the Geordies completely lost their place in the Conference League.
Newcastle will now prepare for the new season with friendlies against Hull City, Urawa Reds, Yokohama F. Marines, Girona and Brest before opening their Premier League campaign at home against newly promoted Southampton on 17 of August. They will also travel to Bournemouth before hosting Tottenham on matchday three, so it is very likely that they have gained some momentum.
El Tottenham, meanwhile, enjoyed a revival last season, since the appointment of Ange Postecoglou had a galvanizing effect on the style of play and, so, in the mood of the fans. Their attractive brand of football captivated fans and impressed neutrals as they remained unbeaten for the first three months of the campaign..
Although they fell due to injuries and suspensions to key players in crucial parts of the season, Tottenham concluded the campaign with a victory by 3-0 on relegated Sheffield United, what guaranteed the Europa League for this season.
Expectations have increased for 2024/25 and must live up to the standards set by their Australian coach. The Spurs have launched their preseason program with a complete victoria 5-1 against the Scottish team Hearts.
Their next pre-season friendly will take place against Queens Park Rangers at Loftus Road, before facing Vissel Kobe, the K-League XI and Bayern Munich twice before their first Premier League match against Leicester City. The Lilywhites will have hosted Everton before traveling to the northeast, where they have had problems on their last two visits.
In fact, They must be prepared to resist the psychological war that will come from the local fans, as well as the physical barrage of intense pressure from his opponents.
Tickets for the party
This Premier League match is scheduled for Sunday 1 September 2024 to 13:30 hours. Tickets for the matches are available for sale on each club's website., but priority will be given to ticket holders and club members.
The spectacular St James’ Park is the venue for this match and there is sure to be a fantastic atmosphere in the capacity stadium. 52.305 people. The stadium is expected to be full as this is only Newcastle's second home game of the season., and Spurs fans will also make their presence felt.
All fans making the long journey north must reserve their seats in advance, so we urge you to find Newcastle vs Tottenham tickets on a resale site.
Team news
Newcastle would welcome back Sandro Tonali after his long-term ban from competitive football for betting expires at the end of August.
The Italian will feel like a new signing, but Newcastle are still searching for a new striker in the summer transfer window, as Callum Wilson and Alexander Isak have been linked to movements elsewhere, while the team needs depth at the position. Karim Adeyemi is an interesting target due to his ability to play on the front line.
The Magpies may also have to fight to retain their coach, as Eddie Howe is linked with vacant England manager job.
Spurs have been quite passive in terms of income ahead of the new season, but they maintain interest in Conor Gallagher, whose future will be decided in the coming weeks. Chelsea want between £ 40 y £ 50 million for the midfielder, but his rivals are confident they can secure a deal for around £ 30 millions.
Tottenham also need an attacker and have previously shown interest in Santiago Giménez and Karim Adeyemi.
Lineups
Newcastle are keen to retain the in-demand duo of Alexander Isak and Bruno Guimaraes and will be delighted to have them feature in this game a couple of days after the summer transfer window closes.
Newcastle:Papa; Trippier, flock, Burn, Hall; Tonali, Guimaraes, Joelinton; Almiron, Isak, Barnes
As for Tottenham, Cristian Romero and Giovani Lo Celso will have returned from their long break after winning the Copa América with Argentina. It is possible that Lo Celso, who assisted Lautaro Martínez's winning goal in the final, has already left Spurs as he has been linked with a move to Aston Villa.
Tottenham:Vicar; Further, Romero, Van de Ven, Udogie; Bissouma, Sarr; Johnson, Maddison, Kulusevski; Son
Prediction
It is difficult to predict which team will emerge victorious., since it remains to be seen what both teams will be like after the transfer window. What can be guaranteed, but nevertheless, It is an intense match between two attacking teams.
A high-scoring match awaits us.
Newcastle-Tottenham 3-1
