THE LOYAL FAMILY

VITAL STATS

There have been 14 goals scored in the last three Premier League meetings between these two clubs at St James’ Park.

The Magpies have won only one opening match across their last nine league seasons, but that came against Spurs; 2-1 in 2012 (D4 L4).

Harry Kane is one goal away from a century for Spurs in all competitions – he has netted 99 goals in 165 games.

RAF & SMOOTH: Benitez faces a big challenge at St James’ Park and (below) greeting supporters