Is Newcastle United vs Tottenham Hotspur on TV? Kick-off time, channel and highlights details

Newcastle United can hand a major boost to their hopes of landing a Champions League place by claiming a win over top four rivals Tottenham Hotspur this weekend.

Eddie Howe’s men currently sit three points clear of their visitors and also have the benefit of holding a game in hand on a Spurs side under the caretaker management of Cristian Stellini. Should the Magpies complete a league double over Spurs following their 2-1 win in North London earlier this season, they will take a significant step towards ending the club’s 20-year absence from the Champions League.

With an eagerly anticipated clash lying in wait, here is everything you need to know about where and when to watch one of the most eye-catching fixtures of the Premier League weekend.

When is Newcastle United vs Tottenham Hotspur?

The game takes place at St James Park on Sunday, 23 April and kick-off is at 2pm.

Is Newcastle United vs Tottenham Hotspur on TV?

Yes, the good news for supporters without a ticket is that the game has been selected for live broadcast by Sky Sports, which is not really a surprise given what is on offer for whichever side comes out on top at St James Park. It will be shown across Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League. Coverage of this one will begin at 1pm on Sky Sports Premier League, with Main Event viewers joining ahead of kick-off. The broadcast on Main Event at 4.30pm and half an hour later on Premier League. Subscribers can also tune into the live stream via SkyGo.

Are there any highlights being shown?

Highlights of this game will be shown on Match of the Day 2. The programme will air on BBC One at 10.30pm on Sunday night. Sky Sports will also show highlight clips on their social media during the game, and highlights will be available on their website at some time between Sunday night and Monday morning. Fans can also tune into highlights on the official YouTube channels of both clubs from early Monday morning.

What has Eddie Howe said about the game?

“Yes, the games are running out - we don’t have many opportunities left to maximise our position but certainly, when we’re playing the team in and around us, we know the importance of it. We’re chasing and battling always against ourselves really to try and be the best team we can be. That’s what we’re going to try and be again this week.”