Tottenham - Newcastle

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60'		3 - 0	Goal	Richarlison	Pedro Porro (Assist)
38'		2 - 0	Goal	Richarlison	Son Heung-Min (Assist)
26'		1 - 0	Goal	D. Udogie	Son Heung-Min (Assist)

60'

J. Lascelles

Holding

65'			In:	M. Almirón	Out:	S. Longstaff
65'			In:	A. Isak	Out:	C. Wilson

Tottenham - Newcastle Predictions

Prediction: Draw or Newcastle

Best odds: 1.66

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As the Premier League heats up with its 16th round of the regular season, all eyes turn to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, where Tottenham is set to clash with Newcastle in a match that could have significant implications on the top-tier standings. With both teams showcasing formidable form, predictions are on a knife-edge, leaving fans and analysts eagerly anticipating the outcome.

Key Players to Watch

Tottenham's lineup boasts several standout performers, but none more so than Emerson Aparecido Leite de Souza Júnior, whose defensive prowess has been vital. With a rating of 6.73, Emerson has been a consistent figure in the Spurs' backline, contributing to their solid defensive record. His contribution isn't limited to defense, as evidenced by his total of 293 passes and a goal to his name.

Joining Emerson is Richarlison de Andrade, an attacker whose agility and skill have given the team a sharp edge up front. With a rating of 6.89, Richarlison has taken 17 shots, 7 of which were on target, and has also provided 3 assists, showcasing his dual threat as both a finisher and a creator.

Defensively, Micky van de Ven has been a revelation, earning a 7.09 rating and contributing to both the defense with 678 total passes and the attack with a goal.

Newcastle, on the other hand, has its own set of aces, including Sandro Tonali, a midfielder with a 6.83 rating who has been instrumental in transitioning play with 266 passes and 8 key passes.

Midfield dynamo Harvey Lewis Barnes has also been crucial, contributing with a goal, an assist, and maintaining a 6.85 rating, which speaks volumes about his all-around impact on the pitch.

The real threat for Newcastle, however, might come from Callum Eddie Graham Wilson, whose 6.90 rating and impressive tally of 7 goals from 20 shots make him the one to watch in the attacking third.

Recent Form

Tottenham's recent form has been a mixed bag with a sequence of "LLWWW," indicating a recovery from a brief slump. Currently sitting at 3rd in the league with 26 points, their ambition to secure a Champions League spot is evident. Newcastle, not far behind in the 7th spot with 20 points, has shown more consistency with the form "WDWDW," suggesting they could pose a serious threat to the home side.

Head-to-Head History

The head-to-head record provides an intriguing context to this matchup. Their last encounter on April 23, 2023, saw a dominant Newcastle thrashing Tottenham with a staggering 6-1 victory. The reverse fixture on October 23, 2022, also went Newcastle's way with a 2-1 win. These results may give Newcastle the psychological edge, but Tottenham's home advantage and current form could prove decisive.

Prediction

With no clear winner predicted and the absence of detailed statistical predictions, this game promises to be a thrilling encounter. Both teams have shown they can score and have key players in strong form, but Tottenham's home advantage and the necessity to keep up with the league leaders might just give them the edge.

Expect a close contest, but with the stakes high, I predict a narrow victory for Tottenham. The presence of Richarlison and Micky van de Ven could be pivotal, while Newcastle's Callum Wilson will surely look to add to his goal tally. Nonetheless, Tottenham's recent recovery and the desire to maintain their Champions League spot should see them through in what is expected to be a nail-biting fixture.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

10%

90%

Attacking Potential

54%

46%

Defensive Potential

32%

68%

Poisson Distribution

47%

53%

Stregth H2H

50%

50%

Goals H2H

48%

52%

Wins the game

40%

60%

Tottenham - Newcastle Head to Head

13/04	Newcastle	-	Tottenham
10/12	Tottenham	4 - 1	Newcastle
23/04	Newcastle	6 - 1	Tottenham
23/10	Tottenham	1 - 2	Newcastle

Premier League standings

Rank	Team	MP	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	Pts
1	Arsenal	31	22	5	4	75	24	51	71
2	Liverpool	31	21	8	2	72	30	42	71
3	Manchester City	31	21	7	3	71	31	40	70
4	Aston Villa	32	18	6	8	66	49	17	60
5	Tottenham	30	17	6	7	62	44	18	57
6	Manchester United	31	15	4	12	45	46	-1	49
7	West Ham	32	13	9	10	52	56	-4	48
8	Newcastle	31	14	5	12	65	52	13	47
9	Chelsea	29	12	7	10	53	50	3	43
10	Brighton	31	11	10	10	51	49	2	43
11	Wolves	31	12	6	13	44	49	-5	42
12	Bournemouth	31	11	8	12	45	55	-10	41
13	Fulham	32	11	6	15	47	51	-4	39
14	Crystal Palace	31	7	9	15	36	54	-18	30
15	Everton	31	9	8	14	32	42	-10	29
16	Brentford	32	7	8	17	45	58	-13	29
17	Nottingham Forest	31	7	8	16	39	53	-14	25
18	Luton	32	6	7	19	45	65	-20	25
19	Burnley	32	4	7	21	32	67	-35	19
20	Sheffield Utd	30	3	6	21	28	80	-52	15