Get ready for a Premier League showdown as Newcastle host Manchester City in the highlight match of Saturday’s fixtures. After a brief hiatus due to the FA Cup action, the Premier League returns in full force, setting the stage for a compelling clash at St James’ Park on Saturday.
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Premier League: Newcastle vs Manchester City
Saturday 13th January, 5:30pm
St. James’ Park, Newcastle
Live on TNT Sports
Newcastle vs Manchester City Preview
Return of De Bruyne a Huge Boost for City
While the Champions come into this fixture, weirdly, not at the top of the table, Newcastle have also had a downturn in their early season form. Whether it’s a case of mid-season fatigue due to fixture congestion, or deeper-rooted issues; both sides will be eyeing this one up as a chance to find their form against top-half opposition.
It would be short-sighted and downright stupid to start writing City off. They have been hit with injuries and after last year you could excuse a slight drop off. However, Pep sets extraordinary standards.
He won’t be happy. If you pulled back the changing room curtain I’m certain the arm waving and intense stares are nothing short of terrifying. Manchester City are ruthless, and while there are various managerial styles, the brutal nature of this club means they won’t be happy with the current form.
For City, the return of Kevin De Bruyne is massive. Adding to their positive momentum is the gradual return of previously injured players for the visitors. With the squad slowly regaining its full strength, Manchester City are anticipated to be without only Zack Steffen and Erling Haaland.
Pressure Mounting on Howe
Newcastle find themselves in the ninth spot in the Premier League standings with 29 points from 20 matches. It’s hard to determine whether they are on course or not. The club’s goalposts are constantly changing for a club whose ambitions are leaping up and up.
After starting strong and registering a notably famous win against PSG back in October, it’s gone downhill. The reason behind the Magpies’ struggles – is the long absentees list. Currently, in the Newcastle medical room, we have: Harvey Barnes, Jacob Murphy, Elliot Anderson, Matt Targett, Joe Willock, Nick Pope, Callum Wilson, Joelinton, and one suspended Sandro Tonali.
Their recent Premier League journey has been a rollercoaster, with just one win in their last 32 meetings with Manchester City, and the pressure on manager Eddie Howe is mounting. The Magpies, once soaring, have lost momentum, succumbing to six defeats in their last nine encounters.
However, there’s a glimmer of hope lingering in the shadows. Despite their recent struggles, Newcastle managed to secure a triumphant 1-0 victory over Manchester City in their last face-off, eliminating them from the League Cup at St James’ Park.
Manchester City, on the other hand, arrive in the sort of form that makes you scared, having scored in their last 30 Premier League games. The odds seem stacked against Newcastle, especially considering their recent 4-2 setback against Liverpool to kick off the New Year. Still, they provided respite by clinching a crucial 3-0 win over Sunderland in the FA Cup third round.
It’s a huge clash for both sides and could smack their mid-season slumps. Who are you backing this Saturday?
Latest Premier League Betting Odds
Regarding the betting odds, Manchester City comes into this one as the favourite at 1.54. With their goalscoring prowess, and untouchable form against Newcastle in the league; it’s easy to see why. The home side find themselves rank outsiders at 5.30 with the draw at 4.33.
Without the goalscoring machine Erling Haaland, the first goalscorer is an open market. Julian Alvarez is 5.10 to open the scoring and is the favoured City player; while Alexander Isak is 8.10 and the top-tipped Newcastle player to break the deadlock.
Newcastle vs Manchester City Betting Tips
Bet Builder: Manchester City to win, both teams to score, and over 3.5 goals @ 3.90
St James’ Park has been a happy hunting ground for the Manchester side. Having been so dominant here in the league, you can see them continuing given Newcastle’s struggles of late.
First goalscorer: Phil Foden @ 6.80
Without the Norwegian goal machine in the side, Manchester City will turn to alternative scorers and nobody has been in better form than Foden. Pep’s finally getting the most from the England youngster.
Bet Builder: Manchester City to win, over 1.5 goals and 8.5 corners @ 2.63
This one has you covered on the City win and a few goals. Can Pep’s side continue their good form here?
*Odds subject to change.
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