Tottenham and Newcastle Set for Post-Season Friendly in Melbourne
The match in Australia comes three days after the Premier League season ends, featuring teams recently ousted from the FA Cup.
- Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United are set to play a post-season friendly in Melbourne, Australia, on May 22, just three days after the Premier League season concludes.
- The match will be held at the Melbourne Cricket Ground and marks a return to Melbourne for Spurs manager Ange Postecoglou, who has significant ties to the city.
- Both teams were recently knocked out of the FA Cup by Manchester City, freeing them up for the Australian trip.
- The friendly is part of a broader effort to connect with international fans, with both clubs having a significant following in Australia.
- The fixture comes amid busy schedules for players, with many set to participate in the European Championship or Copa America this summer.