Newcastle United vs Tottenham Hotspur: How to watch, TV channel, time & more - find out here

Newcastle United controversially take on Tottenham Hotspur at the iconic 100,000-seater Melbourne Cricket Ground on Wednesday - just three days after the Premier League season finished.

The move has been slammed by players - including Kieran Trippier - ahead of the upcoming Euro 2024 and Copa America campaigns. Both top-flight clubs jetted Down Under immediately following their respective fixtures on Sunday.

 A gruelling 21,000-mile-round trip does, however, give Newcastle the chance to expand their global reach. There will be diehard Toon fans desperately awaiting the opportunity of a lifetime to see stars they only catch on TV.

For those in the UK, watching Premier League football live on our doorstep is often taken for granted and appealing to a worldwide audience remains a key aim for the Saudi-backed regime. But how can fans who are not making the trip tune in? NewcastleWorld has profiled everything you need to know ahead of the post-season friendly.

When is Newcastle vs Spurs?

The game will take place on Wednesday, May 22 at the MCG, the 11th largest stadium in the world. As well as cricket, where the first-ever Test match took place, the stadium also hosts Australian rules football.

Kick-off time is 10.45am GMT - an awkward one for those at school or work. The local time will be 8.45pm.

How can I watch?

Fans can tune in to Newcastle’s clash against Spurs via NUFC TV. Likewise, Friday’s friendly against the A-League All Stars will be too.

Each game is priced at £4.99 or you can buy both for £7.99 by clicking here. Season ticket holders and members from the 2023-24 campaign will be able to watch for free.

Team news

Eddie Howe has named a 29-man squad for the Australia trip, with a blend of seasoned professionals and youngsters on show. There are several absentees - including Fabian Schar and Sean Longstaff.