Football

Manchester City vs. Newcastle United Preview

Manchester City clashes with Newcastle United in what promises to be a very entertaining game on Sunday. Manchester City is coming off a 5-1 road loss against Arsenal on Sunday while Newcastle United lost 2-1 at home against Fulham on Saturday.

Manchester City is in fifth place in the Premier League standings with 41 points in 24 games while Newcastle United is in sixth place with 41 points in 24 games. 

The player to watch in this game is Erling Haaland, who has 19 goals and two assists in 24 Premier League games this season. AccuScore gives Erling Haaland a 69.68 percent chance to score against Newcastle United. He has 56 SCA and 6 GCA in 24 Premier League games this season. 

FBRef defines SCA as “the two offensive actions leading directly to a shot, such as passes, dribbles and drawing fouls.” GCA is “the two offensive actions leading directly to a goal, such as passes, dribbles and drawing fouls.” Let’s take a closer look at where the value is at in this matchup.

Dafabet Odds

Team to Win (Regular Time)

  • Manchester City 1.73
  • Newcastle United 4.10
  • Draw: 4.20

Spread

  • Manchester City -0.5, -1 (1.91)
  • Newcastle United +0.5, +1 (1.90)

Total

  • Over 3, 3.5 (1.90)
  • Under 3, 3.5 (1.90)

Key Points to Consider

Head-to-Head: These two sides last matched up in Premier League action on September 26 and the game ended in a 1-1 draw. 

Projected Leaders 

For Newcastle United, Alexander Isak has a 39.22 percent chance to net the ball. He averages 1.21 shots overall per sim, 0.77 shots on goal per and 0.5 goals per sim.

For Manchester City, Erling Haaland has a 69.68 percent chance to score. He averages 4.72 shots overall per sim, 3.09 shots on goal per and 1.18 goals per sim.

Analyst’s Pick

Manchester City 1.73

Three-star (out of four) AccuScore hot trend pick on Manchester City in this one. Average score in simulations is Manchester City 2.64 to Newcastle United 1.16.

About the Author


Written by DafaNews

DafaNews brings you the most highlighted news in the world of Sports. It serves you up-to-date matches, scores, live streams, fantasy games and quizzes. Our news covers India's prestigious leagues and events – Premier League, Pro Kabbadi League, Cricket World Cup and many more. Follow DafaNews on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter,Telegram and Youtube for more updates.

Related Post
Share
Published by
DafaNews

Recent Posts

Virat Kohli and RCB crowned IPL champions after 18 seasons

After 18 seasons, Royal Challengers Bengaluru have finally won the IPL for the first time… Read More

June 4, 2025

What’s Next for Alex Pereira After Losing the Belt at UFC 313?

On March 8, 2025, at UFC 313, the light heavyweight landscape shifted as Alex Pereira… Read More

June 3, 2025

Breaking Down the Zig-Zag Theory in the NBA Playoffs

The Zig-Zag Theory has long been a go-to strategy among NBA playoff bettors, built on… Read More

June 3, 2025

IPL 2025 Final: RCB’s stronger bowling gives them edge over Punjab in high-stakes clash

We are finally at the final stop in this Indian Premier League season and what… Read More

June 3, 2025

India Eyes Redemption at Indonesia Open as Satwik-Chirag and Sindhu Lead the Charge

Former champions Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty headline India’s contingent at the prestigious Indonesia Open… Read More

June 3, 2025

Rajeev Shukla Poised to Take Over as Interim BCCI President with Binny Set to Step Down

With current Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president Roger Binny nearing the… Read More

June 3, 2025