Premier League: Newcastle vs. Tottenham Preview, Odds, Predictions, Betting Tips (April 23)

The Premier League standings and the fight for the top four spots could be drastically altered after a derby matchup between Newcastle and Tottenham. The Spurs are in a much tougher position than the hosts, with a three-point deficit, turbulences, and an interim head coach leading the way. This is an ideal chance for the Magpies to make a crucial step toward the Champions League, and Eddie Howe has to exploit the current circumstances.

More football previews for this weekend:

• Barcelona vs. Atletico Madrid 
• Arsenal vs. Southampton

Newcastle vs. Tottenham Preview

After winning their previous five games in a row, Newcastle (-110) took a big hit when suffering a 3-0 defeat to Aston Villa on the road. We can’t say for sure what slowed down Howe’s crew, but it was noticeable, and that had been their worst performance in the last several weeks.

The Magpies performed admirably at St. James’ Park following the World Cup, winning six of nine matches and losing just once. Latest couple of home games resulted in 2-1 and 2-0 victories over Wolves and Manchester United, respectively. Howe’s boys were especially confident against the Red Devils.

Newcastle’s average productivity this season has been around two or three goals per game, which is something we saw over the previous five appearances at St. James’ Park. 

Tottenham Hotspur (+320) has dismissed Antonio Conte as manager, and the English media is pretty active in speculation about his replacement. Every day, new names like Nagelsmann, Klinsmann, Luis Enrique, and others like them appear.

It’s unclear what’s going on in the locker room, but sources say that despite the team’s recent struggles, morale isn’t that bad. A win is crucial for the visitors to make the UEFA Champions League next season. If that doesn’t happen, we could see a complete rebuild of the team.

Spurs have only won once in the last four matches, with two draws and a loss at home to Bournemouth in the most recent encounter. It was a heartbreaking defeat for Tottenham, conceding in the added time, thus losing one point and further extending the negative atmosphere.

Newcastle vs. Tottenham Latest News

Allan Saint-Maximin is questionable due to his thigh injury, as well as Miguel Alimiron.

Lucas Moura is suspended for Sunday, as he received a straight red card in the previous event. Clement Lenglet is questionable, while Emerson Royale, Ben Davies, Ryan Sessegnon, and Yves Bissoluma are all injured. The latter two have certain chances to recover, yet they aren’t that great. 

Newcastle vs. Tottenham Head-to-Head 

In the previous clash, Newcastle defeated Tottenham 1-2 in London, their first victory after 2019 and five failures. Six of the seven latest matchups featured goals on both sides.

Newcastle vs. Tottenham Predictions 

Newcastle will sit back and try to bait Spurs’ defense into making a mistake. Tottenham will use the same recipe, laying low and waiting for the counter-attack. All this, and the overall inefficiency of Newcastle’s games at St. James’ Park, make under 2.5 hits the best betting pick for this clash. Regarding the outcome, we wouldn’t touch that despite the hosts having and edge among the bookies. Tottenham’s osculations are massive. It wouldn’t be odd if they come out and dominate the pitch, nor if they look like a bunch of amateurs. 

Pick: Under 2.5 goals +110

Here is the preview for Friday’s EPL clash, Arsenal vs. Southampton.