Newcastle James’ Park, in Newcastle upon Tyne, Inglaterra. The game starts at 8:15 pm local time, equivalent to 5:15 pm in Brasília, and marks a direct confrontation between teams tied with 18 points in the table. Ambas are looking for victory to improve their mid-table position, with Newcastle in 13th and Tottenham in 12th on goal difference.
The clash occurs amid different sequences: Newcastle comes from a 4-1 victory over Everton, while Tottenham has accumulated four games without winning, including a 2-1 defeat to Fulham. The match, refereed by Thomas Bramall, promises intensity, with a focus on quick attacks and reinforced defenses.
The lineups were released hours before kickoff, confirming the strategies of coaches Eddie Howe and Thomas Frank. The transmission on Brasil is carried out by specific channels, guaranteeing broad access to fans.
- Live Stream:ESPN 4 (closed TV) and Disney+ (streaming).
- Time:5:15 pm (Brasília time).
- Location:St. James’ Park, capacity for 52 thousand fans.
Lineups defined for the confrontation
Newcastle adopts a 4-3-3 formation, with Aaron Ramsdale in goal due to the injury of Nick Pope, who could miss six games. Valentino Livramento plays on the right flank, alongside Malick Thiaw and Dan Burn in defense, with Lewis Hall completing the defense.
In midfield, Lewis Miley, Sandro Tonali and Joelinton form the base, supporting the attack with Jacob Murphy, Nick Woltemade and Harvey Barnes. Eddie Howe opts for balance, prioritizing quick transitions after the recent victory.
Replacements include Fabian Schär, Anthony Elanga and Bruno Guimarães, ready to jump in and keep the momentum going.
Tottenham also enters with 4-3-3, led by Guglielmo Vicario on target. Pedro Porro and Djed Spence on the sides, with Cristian Romero and
Rodrigo Bentancur, Lucas Bergvall and Pape Matar Sarr in the middle, with Mohammed Kudus, Randal Kolo Muani and Brennan Johnson in attack. Thomas Frank seeks creativity, but faces pressure for results.
Highlights in the casts
Malick Thiaw appears as a key player in the Newcastle defense, with averages of 83 in tackles and 49 in technique in recent games. The 23-year-old German defender, valued at 40 million euros, effectively nullifies threats.
Mohammed Kudus, from Tottenham, leads the attack with 77 in technique and 69 in creativity. The 24-year-old Ghanaian has scored three goals this season and is a constant threat on the wing.
- Tactical differences: Newcastle focuses on possession (52% average), Tottenham on counterattacks (45% possession).
- Trending players: Woltemade (Newcastle) with two recent goals; Richarlison (Tottenham) involved in six goals against the rival.
Market values highlight the balance: Newcastle amounts to 650 million euros, Tottenham 700 million, according to data from Transfermarkt.
Absences and impacts on the game
Injuries affect both sides, changing the dynamics. No Newcastle, Emil Krafth, Kieran Trippier, Sven Botman and Yoane Wissa are confirmed casualties, forcing improvisations in defense and attack.
Tottenham loses Dejan Kulusevski, James Maddison, Dominic Solanke and Yves Bissouma, weakening the creative midfield. Radu Drăgușin and Kota Takai are doubts, with coach Frank admitting tactical adjustments.
These absences increase the pressure on reserves such as Anthony Gordon (Newcastle) and Xavi Simons (Tottenham), who come in as impact options.
Referee Thomas Bramall, with an average of 3.26 cards per game, can influence rigorously, especially in frequent aerial duels between teams.
Recent history between the teams
In the last eight clashes, Newcastle won six, with a draw and a victory for Tottenham in 2023. The most recent, against Copa of Liga in October 2025, ended 2-0 for Magpies, with goals from Fabian Schär and Nick Woltemade.
At home, Newcastle has not lost to Tottenham in three games, scoring 12 goals against 2 conceded. Essa superiority drives the local fans.
Tottenham is looking for a revenge, but its form away from home is irregular: just two wins in seven trips to Premier League this season.
Strategies and expectations
Eddie Howe plans high pressure in the first 15 minutes, exploiting Spurs’s defensive fragility. With 18 points, a victory would place Newcastle in the top-10, surpassing Brentford (19 points).
Thomas Frank, under pressure after falling from 3rd to 12th place, bet on Kudus and Tottenham needs points to alleviate internal criticism.
- Decisive factors: Posse of ball (Newcastle 52%, Tottenham 48%); Chutes on goal (average of 12 per game combined).
- Starting odds: Vitória Newcastle 1.80, draw 3.80, Tottenham 4.20.
The game could define directions in the mid-table, with both teams aiming for consistency until the end of the year.
Broadcast and how to follow
Brazilian fans have affordable options for the duel. ESPN 4 broadcasts on free-to-air TV for subscribers, with local narration and commentary focused on live statistics.
The Disney+ offers high definition streaming, with multiple angles and instant replays, ideal for mobile devices.
Platforms like the Premier League app provide real-time updates, including possession, corners and chances created.
Players in focus in attack
Nick Sua height helps with aerial balls, an area where Tottenham suffers (allows 1.5 per game).
Randal Kolo Muani, from Tottenham, a 26-year-old Frenchman, valued at 60 million euros, is the bet for the goal. With 69 in creativity, he creates four chances per match on average.
These individual duels can tilt the score, especially in the first half, where 60% of goals between teams occur.
The confrontation reinforces the competitiveness of Premier League, with teams looking for affirmation before the end of year festivities.
