Newcastle United vs Tottenham Hotspur is the standout fixture of the fourth round of the Carabao Cup. You have the current holders in Newcastle hosting a much-improved team in Tottenham. Spurs are currently third in the Premier League table, and under first year manager Thomas Frank, the improvement has been substantial. They are legitimate in 2025-26, and both of these sides could easily win this entire tournament.
The winner of this one will definitely be battle tested for the quarterfinal round. Let’s take a look at who Frank, and Eddie Howe as well, could select in the first team.
League Cup 4th Round FYIs
Newcastle United vs Tottenham Hotspur
Kickoff: Wed. Oct. 29th, 9pm, St. James Park, Newcastle, UK
Preview Material for Both Sides: Team News
Starting Lineup Predictions for Both Sides
Tottenham Hotspur
Antonin Kinsky; Djed Spence, Kevin Danso, Micky van de Ven, Archie Gray; Rodrigo Bentancur, Pape Matar Sarr; Brennan Johnson, Lucas Bergvall, Wilson Odobert; Richarlison
Newcastle United
Aaron Ramsdale; Emil Krafth, Malick Thiaw, Fabian Schar, Dan Burn; Joelinton, Joe Willock, Joe Miley; Anthony Elanga, William Osula, Harvey Barnes
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