Tottenham Hotspur bounced back from their 1-1 draw against Leicester City in the season opener with a dominant 4-0 win over Everton last week.
Now, Spurs face a significant challenge as they travel to St. James’ Park to play Newcastle United this Sunday.
Football pundit Chris Sutton has shared his views on the match, predicting a high-scoring and exciting game. Sutton believes Tottenham has the advantage and could secure a win in what is expected to be a goal-filled encounter.
He noted that Newcastle, led by Eddie Howe, have struggled to find their form this season. Sutton mentioned that Howe’s squad may not be fully settled, partly due to not acquiring all the desired players during the transfer window, which could be affecting their performance. This was evident in their recent 1-1 draw against Bournemouth.
In contrast, Sutton praised Tottenham’s impressive display against Everton, especially highlighting their attacking prowess and overall performance under manager Ange Postecoglou.
Sutton expects a lively, back-and-forth match at St. James’ Park, likening it to the fast pace of a basketball game. He ultimately predicts a 3-2 victory for Spurs, endorsing Postecoglou’s team to earn all three points in what promises to be an engaging contest.
Speaking to BBC Sport, Sutton commented: “Eddie Howe’s team hasn’t quite found their rhythm. It seems Howe hasn’t yet secured the players he wanted, impacting their performance. Tottenham were excellent against Everton, and I expect plenty of goals in this game. It will be a dynamic, basketball-like contest. I’m backing Ange Postecoglou’s Spurs.”
As Tottenham builds momentum, this away fixture could be crucial in shaping their early-season campaign.
