Tottenham Hotspur welcome Newcastle United on Tuesday night in a Premier League fixture at St James’ Park, with both sides under pressure to reverse their recent downturns.
Spurs head into the match following a 2–0 defeat away to Manchester United, a result heavily influenced by Cristian Romero’s first-half red card. It has been a difficult spell for Thomas Frank since his arrival, with Tottenham currently sitting 15th in the Premier League table and mounting pressure surrounding the club’s form and results.
While Eddie Howe is not facing the same level of scrutiny, Newcastle’s manager will also be eager to steady the ship. The Magpies are currently in the bottom half of the table, and their most recent home loss to Brentford sparked frustration among supporters, with audible boos around St James’ Park.
Tottenham Team News
Tottenham are once again dealing with an extensive injury list, a situation that has become familiar in recent weeks.
Injured and Suspended Players:
James Maddison (knee) – expected return: 01/06/2026
Rodrigo Bentancur (thigh) – expected return: 02/05/2026
Mohammed Kudus (thigh) – expected return: 11/04/2026
Ben Davies (ankle/foot) – expected return: 11/04/2026
Lucas Bergvall (ankle/foot) – expected return: 11/04/2026
Cristian Romero (suspended – red card) – available: 15/03/2026
Richarlison (thigh) – expected return: 22/02/2026
Pedro Porro (thigh) – expected return: 22/02/2026
Djed Spence (calf/shin/heel) – expected return: 10/02/2026
Destiny Udogie (thigh) – expected return: 15/03/2026
Dejan Kulusevski (knee) – no return date
Kevin Danso (ankle/foot) – no return date
Against Manchester United, Randal Kolo Muani, Yves Bissouma and Radu Dragusin were the only substitutes aged over 22, highlighting the reliance on academy players.
Richarlison, Spence and Pedro Porro are the closest to returning, while Romero is set to miss four matches following his dismissal.
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Thomas Frank Injury Update
Speaking to the media, Frank confirmed further setbacks:
“Unfortunately Destiny has a hamstring injury. He will be out for four to five weeks. Djed Spence is back. Kevin Danso will still be out for weeks.
Kevin is seeing a medical consultant. It’s progressing, but he’s still weeks away. Dejan Kulusevski has another appointment at the end of the week, when we’ll know more. Being out of the Champions League shows it’s not imminent.
Whether he will play again this season, I don’t know.”
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Tottenham Predicted XI
Starting XI:
Vicario; Gray, Dragusin, Van de Ven, Souza; Sarr, Palhinha, Gallagher; Odobert, Solanke, Simons.
Substitutes:
Kinsky (GK), Byfield, Spence, Bissouma, Olusesi, Williams-Barnett, Kolo Muani, Tel.
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Newcastle Team News
Anthony Gordon and Lewis Miley were absent from Newcastle’s defeat to Brentford and remain fitness concerns ahead of this fixture.
Injured Players:
Fabian Schär (ankle/foot) – expected return: 11/04/2026
Valentino Livramento (thigh) – expected return: 14/03/2026
Emil Krafth (knee) – expected return: 21/02/2026
Joelinton (groin/hip/pelvic) – expected return: 21/02/2026
Anthony Gordon (thigh) – expected return: 10/02/2026
Lewis Miley (thigh) – expected return: 10/02/2026
Joelinton, Livramento and Schär are all unavailable, while selection decisions remain in attacking areas following recent performances.
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Eddie Howe Team News Update
Providing an update ahead of the match, Howe said:
“Miley needs checking today. He took a heavy knock to his leg, and it’s lasted a bit longer than expected. We’ll see how he is.
Gordon will also be assessed today. We’re hoping for a big improvement. Joelinton won’t be available for this game.”
Newcastle Predicted XI
Starting XI:
Pope; Trippier, Thiaw, Botman, Hall; Tonali, Guimarães, Ramsey; Barnes, Woltemade, Elanga.
Substitutes:
Ramsdale (GK), Murphy, Shahar, Burn, Willock, Murphy, Wissa, Gordon, Osula.
