Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur played out a 1-1 draw in an International Club Friendly on August 3, 2025. Both Premier League sides used the match as a final tune-up ahead of the new season, sharing the spoils in an entertaining encounter. Tottenham took the lead with a well-worked team move in the first half, but Newcastle responded after the break with a goal from a set-piece situation. Both managers made numerous substitutions throughout the second half, disrupting the flow but allowing squad players valuable minutes. The match result is largely inconsequential, with the focus being on fitness and tactical preparation. Newcastle's manager was pleased with his team's reaction to going behind, while the Tottenham coach highlighted the positive performances of some new signings. The starting XIs featured a mix of established stars and players fighting for a place in the season's first league match.