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Newcastle Vs Manchester City Team News And Predicted Lineups As Cityzens Aim To Increase Lead At The Top Of The Table
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Find the latest Newcastle vs Manchester City team news and predicted lineups here ahead of Saturday’s lunchtime kick-off.
Both sides will be looking to return to winning ways after coming up short on gameweek 5. The Magpies succumbed to their first Premier League defeat of the season against Fulham.
The champions needed a last-gasp John Stones leveller to snatch a point against ten-man Arsenal. Leandro Trossard received a rather dubious second yellow card which City couldn’t capitalise on.
Nonetheless, this weekend’s clash at St James’ Park promises to be a lively affair. Since 2019, a staggering 29 goals have been scored in this fixture.
Last season, a recently-returned Kevin de Bruyne ran the show with a sublime strike and equally exquisite assist. City ran out 3-2 winners after a thrilling encounter.
In 2022/23, the spoils were shared after a dramatic 3-3 draw. Eddie Howe’s side had led 3-1 before City hit back late on to snatch a point.
The last time the Magpies got the better of the Cityzens on home soil was in 2019. Other than that, Pep Guardiola’s side have completely dominated this fixture.
Scroll down for the latest Newcastle vs Manchester City team news and predicted lineups ahead of Saturday’s clash – which the best football betting sites in the UK make City the match favourites.
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Newcastle Team News
Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe has no new injury concerns heading into Saturday’s clash. Defenders Sven Botman and Jamaal Lascelles remain long-term absentees.
Callum Wilson is nearing a return to fitness as he recovers from a back injury. Midfield prodigy Lewis Miley is also close to a return, both players are expected back on the pitch next month.
Alexander Isak will once again lead the attack. The Sweden international has just the one Premier League goal to his name this season but will be keen to start climbing the scoring charts.
Manchester City Team News
Kevin de Bruyne remains a doubt with a groin problem. He was ruled out altogether in the 2-2 draw with Arsenal on gameweek 5.
Rodri will be the most glaring omission for Manchester City. The Spanish midfielder suffered a knee ligament injury and is expected to miss the remainder of the season.
Therefore, manager Pep Guardiola will need to decide which of his players are best suited to replace the Ballon d’Or contender. Mateo Kovacic is the most obvious choice.
Newcastle Vs Manchester City Predicted Lineups
Newcastle (4-3-3): Pope; Trippier, Burn, Schar, Kelly; Willock, Guimaraes, Joelinton; Gordan, Barnes, Isak
Manchester City (4-2-3-1): Ederson, Walker, Stones, Dias, Gvardiol; Kovacic, Gundogan; Savinho, Silva, Doku; Haaland