The fourth round tie, United F.C. vs Tottenham Hotspur F.C., kicked off at 12:00 AM on October 30, 2025 at St. James’ Park in Newcastle-upon-Tyne.
Newcastle set up in a 4-3-3 while Tottenham mirrored with a 4-2-3-1 shape.
An attendance of 51,216 watched the hosts control key phases and advance with a 2–0 victory.
- Venue: St. James’ Park.
- Attendance: 51,216.
- Referee: Chris Kavanagh.
Match Overview
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Competition | Carabao Cup Fourth Round |
| Date | October 30, 2025 |
| Start Time | 12:00 AM |
| Final Score | Newcastle 2–0 Tottenham |
| Formations | NEW 4-3-3 / TOT 4-2-3-1 |
First Half Turning Point
Early pressure from Newcastle produced multiple corners and blocked attempts inside the opening 10 minutes.
Fabian Schär broke the deadlock in the 24th minute with a powerful header from a Sandro Tonali corner.
Tottenham responded with efforts from Richarlison and Xavi Simons, but Aaron Ramsdale’s positioning kept the lead intact.
Bookings for Richarlison and João Palhinha reflected Spurs’ struggle to slow Newcastle’s tempo.
- Schär scored from a set piece on 24 minutes.
- Ramsdale made several saves before halftime.
- Spurs collected two first-half yellow cards.
First Half Key Events
| Minute | Event | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 24 | Schär header goal (assist Tonali) | Newcastle |
| 25 | Yellow card Richarlison | Tottenham |
| 33 | Yellow card Palhinha | Tottenham |
| 45+3 | Halftime whistle | — |
Second Half Control and Clincher
Newcastle doubled the lead in the 50th minute when Nick Woltemade headed home from a Joe Willock cross.
Tottenham pushed through Richarlison, Bentancur, and Sarr, but Ramsdale denied each attempt.
A series of substitutions around the 70th minute helped Newcastle manage the tempo and protect their advantage.
Late yellow cards for Schär, Trippier, Joelinton, and Kudus reflected a physical closing spell.
- Woltemade scored Newcastle’s second on 50 minutes.
- Ramsdale produced multiple key saves.
- Tactical substitutions steadied Newcastle late on.
Second Half Timeline
| Minute | Event | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 50 | Woltemade header goal (assist Willock) | Newcastle |
| 57 | Yellow card Schär | Newcastle |
| 65 | Spurs double substitution | Tottenham |
| 71–72 | Newcastle triple substitution | Newcastle |
| 86 | Yellow cards Joelinton, Kudus | Both |
| 90+5 | Full time | — |
Tactical and Statistical Notes
Newcastle’s width through Barnes and Elanga stretched Spurs’ back line throughout.
Tonali and Ramsey controlled midfield transitions and fed consistent service into the box.
Tottenham created chances but lacked composure in the final third.
- Newcastle scored both goals from crosses.
- Spurs forced multiple saves but no breakthrough.
- Newcastle advanced to a fourth successive quarterfinal.
Match Stats Snapshot
| Category | Newcastle | Tottenham |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | 2 | 0 |
| Yellow Cards | 4 | 4 |
| Key Chances Saved | — | — |
| Goals from Crosses | 2 | 0 |
Match Betting Odds
Market sentiment for the Carabao Cup tie between Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur reflected Newcastle’s control in the tie and Spurs’ struggles to break through.
Newcastle’s clean sheet and two-goal margin shifted markets toward goalscorer and progression markets rather than simple 1X2.
Tottenham’s inability to convert chances put extra emphasis on first-goal and handicap markets.
- Newcastle priced as favourites on match outcome.
- Handicap markets favour Newcastle with a -1 line.
- Total goals markets skew toward under after a 2–0 scoreline.
1X2 / Progression Markets
| Outcome | Odds |
|---|---|
| Newcastle Win | 1.85 |
| Draw | 3.60 |
| Tottenham Win | 4.20 |
| Newcastle to Progress | 1.30 |
| Tottenham to Progress | 3.50 |
Goals Markets
| Market | Odds |
|---|---|
| Over 2.5 Goals | 2.25 |
| Under 2.5 Goals | 1.57 |
| Both Teams To Score — Yes | 2.10 |
| Both Teams To Score — No | 1.72 |
Handicap Markets
| Handicap | Odds |
|---|---|
| Newcastle -1 | 2.00 |
| Tottenham +1 | 1.80 |
| Newcastle -2 | 3.50 |
| Tottenham +2 | 1.22 |
First Goalscorer (Anytime)
| Player Type | Odds |
|---|---|
| Newcastle Attacker | 4.00 |
| Tottenham Attacker | 4.50 |
| Midfielder (Either) | 7.00 |
| Defender (Either) | 15.00 |
