Why does Newcastle vs Tottenham kick off at 1.30pm this weekend? The big game at St James' Park is moved from the usual TV coverage

By premiernews On Aug 26, 2024

Newcastle's big game against Tottenham this weekend will kick off at an odd hour.

He Magpies and Spurs They will meet on Sunday and both clubs are aiming to finish in the top four this year, but the game will not start at the usual time.

Newcastle beat Tottenham 4-0 in this same match last seasonCredit: Getty

First division matches scheduled for Sundays normally start at 2:00 pm or 4:30 pm, but this one, along with ChelseaThe home game against 's Crystal PalaceIt is scheduled to start at 1:30 p.m.

But why is this?

Why does Newcastle vs Tottenham start at 13:30?

Manchester UnitedCounter match Liverpool On the same day, the start time has been moved from 4:30 pm to 4:00 pm

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This was announced in July, when the first television selections were made public.

Manchester United's games against Liverpool have been moved in the past at the request of police.

Sometimes these are specified on club statements and other times they are not.

This time, neither Liverpool nor Manchester United have said anything about their match starting 30 minutes earlier.

But since it starts earlier, it means that this match has also been moved because it has also been chosen for television broadcast.

The clash at St James' Park will be broadcast on Sky Sports Main Event and the Premier League.

As with the Old Trafford game, this may cause a slight inconvenience for supporters, with Spurs fans having to take transport earlier for the long journey north-east.

This is typically a goal-packed game, so fans of both sides will likely forgive the slight change in routine if it's another entertaining spectacle.

Ange Postecoglou will want to see a much improved performance from his side compared to their last visit to St James' Park.Credit: Getty

Newcastle have four points from their first two league gamesCredit: Getty

Aaron Lennon believes Spurs are “miles ahead” of teams like Manchester City and Arsenal

Newcastle vs Tottenham: Date and how to follow

This Premier League match will take place on Sunday, September 1.

Kick-off at St James' Park is scheduled for 1.30pm.

The match will be broadcast on Sky Sports Main Event and Premier League.

Sky Go customers will be able to tune in via their laptops and mobile devices.

Alternatively, fans can tune in via NOW TV, with options starting at £14.99 for a day pass, £26 per month for a year and £34.99 for a renewable monthly contract.

talkSPORT will have updates throughout the afternoon and talkSPORT.com will update our live stream. Premier League Blog.

To tune in to talkSPORT via the website, Click HERE for the live stream.

You can also listen through talkSPORT Appon DAB digital radio, through your smart speaker and on 1089 or 1053 AM.

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