5 reasons Tottenham will get much needed win v Newcastle

BRIGHTON, ENGLAND - APRIL 17: Harry Kane of Tottenham Hotspur celebrates with Heung-Min Son of Tottenham Hotspur after scoring his sides first goal during the Premier League match between Brighton and Hove Albion and Tottenham Hotspur at Amex Stadium on April 17, 2018 in Brighton, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images) /

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SWANSEA, WALES – MARCH 17: Lucas Moura of Tottenham Hotspur warms up prior to The Emirates FA Cup Quarter Final match between Swansea City and Tottenham Hotspur at Liberty Stadium on March 17, 2018 in Swansea, Wales. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images) /

3. The Lucas effect

Lucas Moura hasn’t gotten a ton of Premier League playing time this season since his winter arrival from PSG. Look for him to get a rare start against Newcastle.

If he does, his pace and willingness to run at defenders will prove infectious for Tottenham. It’s the very thing they frequently miss when their attack becomes bogged down in the middle of the pitch. Lucas should give his teammates the freedom to express themselves.

Taking that pressure off the Spurs attack might be the best thing Lucas does in the entire match. Anything tangible he provides with his own game should be considered a bonus.

The mere threat of Lucas out on the pitch will force Newcastle’s defense to mark him at all times. Don’t be surprised to see more room in the middle of the pitch for Dele Alli and Christian Eriksen as a result.

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