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Newcastle Preview

This is probably harsh on Newcastle but it will be tough for them to repeat their fifth-place finish of last season.

With the outstanding development of striker Papiss Cisse, fellow forward Demba Ba seemed to tail off after a wonderful start to the campaign in 2011.

Ba's relatively low £7 million contractual release clause has been subject to much transfer speculation this offseason but even if Ba stays, he will have to learn to play alongside Cisse and start scoring goals again.

Newcastle's season will hinge on their performances in early 2013 as both Ba and Cisse should be in South Africa for the African Cup of Nations, pending qualification and selection.

A series of strong defensive displays early in the year that sparked a long run of clean sheets saw Newcastle maintain their form throughout the year.

Their defense will have to be as good this year if the Magpies want to emulate their success of last term.

Tottenham Preview

While the management situation at White Hart Lane is still uncertain, Spurs have been able to persuade star winger Gareth Bale to sign a new four-year with the club.

Luka Modric's future with the club looks a little more uncertain with the likes of Real Madrid, Manchester United and Chelsea sniffing around the Croatian playmaker.

Spurs are no stranger to Modric rumours though and chairman Daniel Levy was able to keep hold of his prized midfielder even after the player himself asked to leave the club.

Once a manager is appointed—at the moment the favourite is Andre Villas-Boas—Spurs' chances in the Premier League will become

Newcastle United vs Tottenham Hotspur Predictions: Tottenham over Newcastle 2-1

Tottenham has a strong offensive attack and will have Newcastle on their heels all afternoon.I see this being a great game to watch but, in the end Tottenham will be the victor.

Newcastle United vs Tottenham Hotspur Betting Odds and Tips:

Newcastle United 2.51 - 1.39 - 71.50%
Draw 3.25 - 1.30 - 76.47%
Tottenham Hotspur 2.74 - 1.36 - 73.26%

Newcastle United vs Tottenham Hotspur Asian Handicap Betting Odds and Tips:

Newcastle United 0.00 1.88 - 53.19%
Tottenham Hotspur 0.00 2.05 - 48.78%

Source: [sbobet]