The homeowner is facing difficulties again.

Tottenham had a fantastic start to the season thanks to Ange Postecoglu's free-flowing attacking philosophy. They even rose to the top of the Premier League in October, but have now dropped to fifth place.

Five consecutive winless matches have pushed Tottenham further away from the top of the table. One of the reasons for Tottenham's decline in form is the wave of injuries that has ravaged the London team's squad. The absence of key player James Maddison has left the attack struggling.

The defense was left vulnerable with the absence of central defenders Micky van de Ven and Cristian Romero. In midfield, the ability to build play was also significantly reduced with Yves Bissouma and Pape Matar Sarr unavailable.

Newcastle also had injury problems. However, they knew how to manage the situation to secure crucial points and stay close to the top group. If they win this match, Eddie Howe's team will move into the top five.

Tottenham vs Newcastle form

Tottenham have failed to win in their last five matches, with their only draw being against Man City. Meanwhile, Newcastle have won two, lost two, and drawn one of their last five games.

The two teams have a balanced head-to-head record in their last five encounters, with each side winning two and drawing one. However, the team from the northeast of England has only lost once in their four away matches in London.

Tottenham vs Newcastle lineup

Tottenham's injury crisis continues. Ivan Perisic (knee), Manor Solomon (knee), Ryan Sessegnon (hamstring), James Maddison (ankle), Micky van de Ven (thigh), Rodrigo Bentancur (ankle), Ashley Phillips (ankle), and Eric Dier (groin) remain sidelined.

However, coach Ange Postecoglou may use Pape Sarr and Richarlison from the start, replacing Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg and Johnson.

Newcastle are still without Sven Botman (knee), Callum Wilson (thigh), Jacob Murphy (shoulder), Dan Burn (back), Elliot Anderson (back), Joe Willock (calf), Sean Longstaff (ankle), Harvey Barnes (toe), Matt Targett (thigh) and Javi Manquillo (groin). Sandro Tonali is serving a lengthy suspension.

Predicted lineups for Tottenham vs Newcastle

Tottenham: Vicario; Porro, Romero, Davies, Udogie; Sarr, Bissouma; Kulusevski, Lo Celso, Richarlison; Boy

Newcastle: Dubravka; Trippier, Lascelles, Schar, Livramento; Joelinton, Guimaraes, Miley; Almiron, Isak, Gordon

Prediction: Tottenham 1-1 Newcastle

Van Hai

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