Newcastle vs Manchester City Prediction 28 Sep 2024

⚽ Premier League - Round 6 Preview

📅 28 Sep 2024

⏰ 12:30 GMT +1

🏟 St. James' Park (Newcastle)

Newcastle United’s 3-1 defeat at Fulham raised questions about possible internal unrest, a concern Eddie Howe will want to address as his team faces defending champions Manchester City. Before the Fulham setback, Newcastle were unbeaten in five matches across all competitions (W4, D1). However, this fixture hasn’t been kind to the Magpies in recent years, with just one league win against City since September 2005 (D5, L27). Howe’s personal record against City is similarly dire, with just one victory in 18 attempts (D1, L16). Newcastle’s home form remains a positive, as they are unbeaten in their last ten Premier League games at St. James' Park (W6, D4).

Manchester City have enjoyed dominance in this fixture, scoring 14 goals in their last four visits to Tyneside. After a grueling 2-2 draw against Arsenal, in which they needed a 98th-minute equalizer, City were hit with a major blow as star midfielder Rodri was ruled out for the rest of the season due to a knee injury. His absence will be a challenge for Pep Guardiola, especially as City are on a 28-match unbeaten Premier League run (W23, D5), with 13 of those coming on the road (W12, D1).

Where to watch Newcastle vs Manchester City?

📺 Link to watch Newcastle vs Manchester City Live Stream on TV

📋Players to watch:

• Alexander Isak (Newcastle): Isak scored the last winning goal for Newcastle against City in a League Cup match in September 2023. He has a habit of striking in the second half, with three of his last four league goals coming after halftime.
• Jérémy Doku (Manchester City): Doku has a knack for late goals, with four of his last five coming after the 70th minute, making him a key player for City in tight situations.

⚡️Match Facts:

• Newcastle has won just one league match against Manchester City since 2005.
• Manchester City have netted 14 goals in their last four away matches at St. James' Park.
• The last five Premier League H2Hs at St. James’ Park produced over 3.5 goals, with all featuring over 1.5 first-half goals.

💡 Newcastle vs Manchester City Prediction

With Newcastle’s strong home form and City missing Rodri, this match could be more competitive than previous meetings. However, City’s superior record against Newcastle, coupled with their attacking firepower, should see them edge it. Expect a high-scoring affair, with City winning 3-2.

Newcastle vs Manchester City Betting Tips

• Over 3.5 goals
• Both teams to score
• Manchester City to win