It took 70 years for Newcastle United to end their wait to win a major domestic trophy last season, so the holders are certainly not going to give up the Carabao Cup without a fight.

Newcastle reporter Chris Waugh answers readers' questions about all the most pressing issues at St James' Park.

Newcastle will give Sven Botman a late fitness test ahead of the visit of Tottenham in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday. The defender was forced off early in the second half against Fulham at the weekend with a head injury, which required staples to close, but did not suffer a concussion, so is available to face Spurs if passed fit.

Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe is hopeful that Will Osula could be the "complete package" after admitting his relief at not losing him on deadline day.

Eintracht Frankfurt had been close to signing Osula in the summer, but the move broke down over how the deal would be structured.

Newcastle vs. Tottenham predictions and soccer picks on Wednesday, October 29. Both offenses get to work at clearing the 2.5 total.

Saturday showed us why he is our captain. He constantly pushes himself and the team, he appeals to referees, he smacks the floor when he is taken down by the opposition. He scores goals! He puts himself into positions where he can assist the team, and score the winner.

Preview the matchup between Newcastle United and Fulham with predictions, odds, over/under, betting lines and more.

Newcastle United’s loan strategy faces scrutiny as struggling youngsters and injured prospect near long-awaited comebacks.