Matches
Seeking to close the gap to the Premier League summit, reigning champions Manchester City travel to St James' Park to take on Newcastle United on Saturday evening.
Newcastle United - Newcastle ended 2023 with three consecutive defeats and a 4-2 loss to Liverpool. - They eased the pressure on manager Eddie Howe by defeating Sunderland 3-0 in the FA Cup. - Alexander Isak scored two goals and Dan Ballard scored an own goal in their victory over Sunderland. - Newcastle will face Fulham in the next round of the FA Cup. - They previously beat Man City 1-0 in the EFL Cup four months ago. - Newcastle's record against Man City in the Premier League is poor, with only one win in their last 32 encounters. - A defeat to Man City would be their 10th in the league this season. - They could fall behind 14 points from the top four. - Man City's form in recent weeks has been impressive, with five consecutive wins by a score of 17-1. - Man City has a strong record against Newcastle, with 30 wins, 98 goals, and 22 clean sheets. Manchester City - Man City secured a 5-0 victory over Huddersfield Town in the FA Cup. - Kevin De Bruyne made his return from injury and assisted a goal. - They will face Tottenham Hotspur in the next round of the FA Cup. - Man City aims to close the five-point gap between them and Premier League leaders Liverpool. - They have won their last five games in all competitions. - Man City has a historically strong record against Newcastle, with 30 wins, 98 goals, and 22 clean sheets.
📝 ⛑️ Latest Team News : Newcastle United - Joe Willock's recovery from an Achilles injury is reportedly behind schedule, keeping him sidelined. - Newcastle is also missing Callum Wilson, Matt Targett, Nick Pope, Jacob Murphy, Harvey Barnes, Elliot Anderson, and Javi Manquillo due to various injuries. - Joelinton is likely to be ruled out with a thigh problem, potentially giving 17-year-old Lewis Miley a chance in midfield. - Fabian Schar recently signed a contract extension and is expected to be in the back four along with Kieran Trippier, Sven Botman, and Dan Burn. - The front three consisting of Isak, Miguel Almiron, and Anthony Gordon is set to remain unchanged. Manchester City - John Stones is sidelined with an ankle injury, and Erling Haaland, Manuel Akanji, Bernardo Silva, and Kalvin Phillips will be assessed before the match. - Kyle Walker and Nathan Ake are expected to return to the defense, with Ederson replacing Stefan Ortega in goal. - Rodri could be partnered in midfield by either Mateo Kovacic or Rico Lewis. - Bernardo may make a potential comeback, potentially replacing Oscar Bobb on the right flank. - Jack Grealish and Alvarez will join in-form Foden in the attacking third. - De Bruyne and Doku are unlikely to start but will be eager for more playing time.
Overall | As Home | As Away | |
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Over 0.5 | 75% | 80% | 50% |
Over 1.5 | 45% | 40% | 36% |
Over 2.5 | 30% | 30% | 21% |
Over 3.5 | 25% | 20% | 21% |
Over 4.5 | 5% | 0% | 7% |
First-Half Over 0.5 | 45% | 40% | 36% |
First-Half Over 1.5 | 15% | 10% | 14% |
First-Half Over 2.5 | 10% | 10% | 7% |
Second-Half Over 0.5 | 60% | 70% | 36% |
Second-Half Over 1.5 | 30% | 20% | 29% |
Second-Half Over 2.5 | 25% | 20% | 21% |
Overall | As Home | As Away | |
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First 10-min winner | 5% | 10% | 0% |
Win either half | 50% | 70% | 21% |
Win both halves | 15% | 20% | 7% |
First-Half highest scoring half | 20% | 10% | 21% |
Second-Half highest scoring half | 60% | 50% | 50% |
Win to nill | 35% | 60% | 7% |
Overall | As Home | As Away | |
---|---|---|---|
BTTS | 35% | 20% | 36% |
First-Half BTTS | 15% | 20% | 7% |
Second-Half BTTS | 20% | 0% | 29% |
Overall | As Home | As Away | |
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Over 0.5 | 79% | 89% | 47% |
Over 1.5 | 63% | 67% | 40% |
Over 2.5 | 47% | 44% | 33% |
Over 3.5 | 21% | 22% | 13% |
Over 4.5 | 11% | 22% | 0% |
First-Half Over 0.5 | 63% | 89% | 27% |
First-Half Over 1.5 | 26% | 44% | 7% |
First-Half Over 2.5 | 11% | 22% | 0% |
Second-Half Over 0.5 | 68% | 67% | 47% |
Second-Half Over 1.5 | 42% | 22% | 40% |
Second-Half Over 2.5 | 21% | 22% | 13% |
Overall | As Home | As Away | |
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First 10-min winner | 16% | 22% | 7% |
Win either half | 63% | 89% | 27% |
Win both halves | 21% | 33% | 7% |
First-Half highest scoring half | 11% | 22% | 0% |
Second-Half highest scoring half | 47% | 22% | 47% |
Win to nill | 16% | 22% | 7% |
Overall | As Home | As Away | |
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BTTS | 58% | 67% | 33% |
First-Half BTTS | 16% | 22% | 7% |
Second-Half BTTS | 26% | 33% | 13% |