The fourth round of the EFL Cup serves up a massive clash between Premier League sides Newcastle United host Tottenham Hotspur at St. James’ Park on Wednesday.
Defending champions Newcastle will rely on their formidable home atmosphere to overcome a strong Spurs side. The Magpies have shown good attacking form in the Cup, though their league consistency has been a recent concern.
Tottenham, under Thomas Frank, have also enjoyed a solid start to the season and come into the tie with confidence, bolstered by their recent form in the Premier League. Their midfield, featuring new signing Xavi Simons, will look to control the tempo against a high-pressing Newcastle side.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times and the weekly schedule.
Newcastle vs. Tottenham live stream, TV channel
Here’s how to watch this EFL Cup match in the U.S.:
TV channel: N/A
Live stream: Paramount+
This game is not available for live TV broadcast in the US. However, streaming options are available on Paramount+, with new users able to sign up to a FREE trial.
What time does Newcastle vs. Tottenham kick off?
The EFL Cup clash takes place at St. James’ Park in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, and kicks off on Wednesday, October 29 at 8:00 p.m. local time (GMT).
Here’s how that time translates across the U.S.:
| Date | Kickoff Time | |
| Eastern Time (ET) | Wed, Oct. 29 | 4:00 p.m. |
| Central Time (CT) | Wed, Oct. 29 | 3:00 p.m. |
| Mountain Time (MT) | Wed, Oct. 29 | 2:00 p.m. |
| Pacific Time (PT) | Wed, Oct. 29 | 1:00 p.m. |
Newcastle vs. Tottenham lineups, team news
The Magpies have a few defensive absentees for the cup tie. Tino Livramento (knee) and Yoane Wissa (knee) remain long-term absentees, while defender Lewis Hall is doubtful for the clash due to a hamstring injury.
Eddie Howe is expected to field a strong side at home, though he may rotate some positions for freshness.
Newcastle United predicted XI (4-3-3, right to left): Ramsdale (GK) — Trippier, Thiaw, Botman, Burn — Guimaraes, Tonali, Joelinton — Elanga, Woltemade, Gordon.
Injured: Livramento, Wissa, Hall (doubt), Ashby (doubt)
Suspended: None
Tottenham are currently dealing with a crippling injury list. Key players James Maddison and Radu Dragusin are out long-term with ACL injuries.
Cristian Romero (adductor) and Destiny Udogie (knee) are major doubts, and the list of absentees also includes Dejan Kulusevski (knee), Ben Davies (thigh), and Yves Bissouma (ankle).
Tottenham Hotspur predicted XI (4-2-3-1 right to left): Kinsky (GK) — Porro, Danso, Van de Ven, Spence — Palhinha, Bentancur — Kudus, Simons, Odobert — Richarlison.
Injured: Maddison, Dragusin, Kulusevski, Davies , Bissouma, Romero (doubt), Udogie (doubt), Solanke (doubt)
Suspended: None
EFL Cup fixture schedule this week
All times ET
Tuesday, October 28
- Grimsby vs. Brentford (3:45 p.m.)
- Wycombe Wanderers vs. Fulham (3:45 p.m.)
- Wrexham vs. Cardiff City (4:00 p.m.)
Wednesday, October 29
- Arsenal vs. Brighton (3:45 p.m.)
- Liverpool vs. Crystal Palace (3:45 p.m.)
- Swansea vs. Manchester City (3:45 p.m.)
- Wolverhampton Wanderers vs. Chelsea (3:45 p.m.)
- Newcastle United vs. Tottenham Hotspur (4:00 p.m.)
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