Tottenham Hotspur will shift their attention from the Premier League and Champions League to the League Cup. Thomas Frank & Co. head into this midweek scheduled to visit Newcastle United in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup.
The North Londoners come into this game following a strong performance against Everton, which will give a lot of hope to the supporters going into the game. Given that Newcastle are the defending cup winners, Eddie Howe’s side will see this game as an opportunity to not only defend their crown but also make a statement with a win against an in-form side at home.
To be honest, the Lilywhites have been better away from home than at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium this season. There is this sense of resilience that we have been seeing from this roster on away grounds. And it is a genuine asset. But given that the game is going to be played at St James’ Park, a place that is always hostile, adds pressure.
And while Newcastle have had their domestic ups and downs this season, they will know that their fans will be expecting big things with these cup games, as they see it as a genuine silverware opportunity.
Newcastle United vs Tottenham Match Info
Location: St James’s Park
Date: October 29, 2025
Time: Kickoff at 8pm UK
Team News
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Cristian Romero will not be a feature in Newcastle United vs Tottenham
Tottenham Hotspur
Cristian Romero remains unavailable for the game. Given that he has suffered from an abductor issue, Thomas Frank did give a positive update on his injury. But it is highly unlikely that the Dane head coach risks him for this tie. And it is the same for Destiny Udogie; he is still recovering from a knee injury and is taking positive steps towards his return. The former Udinese full-back is not expected to feature.
And given the injury list is quite hefty at Hotspur Way. The likes of Radu Dragusin, Dominic Solanke, and Yves Bissouma will continue to serve the sidelines as well.
Newcastle United
While the Magpies will have the home crowd behind them, Eddie Howe will be missing out on the likes of Yoane Wissa, Lewis Hall and Tino Livramento for the game.
Tactical setup
Time to dethrone the champions?- Newcastle United vs Tottenham Hotspur: Match Preview.
It will be interesting to see how Frank sets his side up in Newcastle United vs Tottenham this midweek.
Given that Tottenham will be looking to maintain their structure in the game, there is a chance that Eddie Howe comes up with a setup to let the visitors enjoy possession. And given how good Newcastle have been in transitional situations, he looks to take advantage of that. For the North Londoners, they need to ensure that they don’t allow the Toons to pass between the lines, especially in that second phase, and keep their compact system in play.
Thomas Frank & Co. have been good against the sides who come out and take the game in your face (instead of sitting in a mid/low block hybrid). And he would be looking to take advantage of those spaces in behind as well.
Probable Lineups
Tottenham Hotspur: (4-3-3)
Vicario; Porro, Danso, Van de Ven, Spence; Palhinha, Sarr, Bergvall; Kudus, Richarlison, Odobert
Newcastle United: (4-3-3)
Pope; Trippier, Thiaw, Botman, Burn; Guimarães, Tonali, Joelinton; Elanga, Woltemade, Gordon
Prediction
Thomas Frank has not enjoyed meeting Eddie Howe. And given the injury concerns on both sides, there is a high likelihood that Newcastle United will take this game.
Newcastle 3 – 1 Tottenham