[2] Newcastle would also play Tottenham Hotspur at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in a friendly two days before the All Stars game.

[8] Following the season's semi-finals on 20 May, Kisnorbo added eight players from Sydney FC and Wellington Phoenix to finalise a 21-player squad for the match.

[9] Around the same day, Newcastle United's head coach Eddie Howe announced a 29-player squad for the matches against Tottenham Hotspur and the A-League Men All Stars.

[15] Eddie Howe noted that it was not possible for his side to field the first-team players due to travel, risk of injuries, and the recent conclusion of the 2023–24 Premier League.

Kieran Trippier and Alan Shearer criticised the date of the friendlies which placed near to the 2024 Copa América and UEFA Euro in June 2024.

[14] After concerns were raised about player welfare, The Football Association opened about a rule change that would prohibit overseas friendlies after a season was completed.

[22] All Stars head coach Patrick Kisnorbo praised his sides' hunger and dominance during the match although understood Howe's decision prior.