Paul Merson and Chris Sutton have agreed that Newcastle will extend their lead over Tottenham in the race for top-four. Eddie Howe's side will welcome Spurs to St James' Park on Sunday afternoon, with a Champions League qualification place is on the line.
The Magpies head into the clash with a game in hand and three points clear of the north Londoners. A win for Newcastle will provide the home side significant breathing space, while a defeat would surrender ground to Tottenham in the race for top-four.
Both sides also head into the tie with questions marks over their credentials; Newcastle lost to Aston Villa last time out, while Spurs conceded a late winner to relegation-threatened Bournemouth. Merson has tipped the Magpies to win 2-1.
