AFC Wimbledon vs Newcastle United Prediction, Preview, Lineups and Team News | EFL Cup, September 24, 2024

Annirudh BhallaModified: 23 Sep 2024 07:42 AM

Preview

Date: Tuesday, September 24
Kick-off Time: 6:45 pm GMT
Venue: The Cherry Red Records Stadium, London

Newcastle United will travel to League Two side, AFC Wimbledon on Tuesday to continue its journey in the EFL Cup 2024/25. The hosts beat Ipswich Town 4-2 on penalties in the previous round while the Magpies defeated fellow Premier League side, Nottingham Forest to reach round three of the EFL Cup. The AFC Wimbledon vs Newcastle United game should be a one-sided encounter but Wimbledon will be keen to set up a good battle. Craig Pawson will take up the duties of officiating the match.

AFC Wimbledon’s recent form has been a positive one. The club has managed four victories and two draws in the last matches. Consequently, they sit at the fifth spot in the League Two table with 13 points, only three off the summit with a game in hand. Wimbledon has already got the better of a Premier League side in the competition. The manager, Johnnie Jackson will be motivated by the previous round to replicate that performance on Tuesday.

Newcastle United suffered its first defeat of the season on Saturday against Fulham in the Premier League. The loss broke Newcastle’s unbeaten start which included four victories and a draw. Ever since the opening day in the league, Eddie Howe’s side has not kept a clean sheet which outlines the defensive issues. The Magpies are also struggling in front of goal, having only scored seven goals in five games. Tuesday’s match against Wimbledon should be the day for Newcastle to get its confidence back but the players will need to operate at their highest level.

AFC Wimbledon Team News

AFC Wimbledon players celebrate a goal -Getty Images

Johnnie Jackson prefers to shape his eleven in a classic 5-3-2 formation out of possession. The wingbacks, namely Josh Neufville and James Tilley will have the freedom and responsibility to venture forward and make a midfield line of five whilst in possession of the ball.

Newcastle United Team News

Eddie Howe, the head coach of Newcastle United -Getty Images

Newcastle United will be without the services of Callum Wilson, Jamaal Lascelles, Lewis Miley, and Sven Botman on Tuesday evening. The four players are out with injury worries. Eddie Howe will also be contemplating rotating his players, with the big game against Manchester City on the horizon.

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AFC Wimbledon vs Newcastle United Predicted Lineups

AFC Wimbledon Predicted Lineup (5-3-2)

Goalkeeper: Goodman

Defenders: Neufville, Harbottle, Lewis, Ogundere, Tilley

Midfielders: Smith, Ball, Hippolyte

Forwards: Stevens, Bugiel

Newcastle United Predicted Lineup (4-3-3)

Goalkeeper: Dubravka

Defenders: Livramento, Schar, Krafth, Hall

Midfielders: Longstaff, Tonali, Willock

Forwards: Almiron, Isak, Barnes

AFC Wimbledon vs Newcastle United H2H Record

Tuesday’s encounter in the EFL Cup between AFC Wimbledon and Newcastle United will be the first-ever meeting between the sides, adding an extra element to an already keenly anticipated matchup.

Key Players to Watch in AFC Wimbledon vs Newcastle United

Alexander Isak (Newcastle United)

The 25-year-old has faced a challenging start to the 2024/25 season with his club. Isak has only registered a goal and assist each so far, drawing blank in three Premier League games. His lack of clinical touch has contributed to the Magpies’ poor offensive output. The Swede striker featured in the last round against Nottingham Forest and is also expected to do so on Tuesday. Eddie Howe will hope that his star number nine can get back in the groove against Wimbledon and get back to scoring ways for the remainder of the campaign.

Harvey Barnes (Newcastle United)

With Alexander Isak misfiring in front of goal, Newcastle’s attacking threat has been borne by left-winger, Harvey Barnes. He is the top scorer for Newcastle this season, with three goals and has also got an assist to his name. It is still an open decision on the part of Eddie Howe to start the 26-year-old on Tuesday. If the Englishman does get the nod, his presence will be an invaluable threat for the visitors. Harvey Barnes will be the undisputed outlet for the Magpies to find the back of the net.

AFC Wimbledon vs Newcastle United Prediction

The round three contest between AFC Wimbledon and Newcastle United should be a walk in the park for Newcastle. Despite the visitors’ inconsistent form and lack of goals, they should be able to advance through, owing to the massively superior individual quality. The backline of the hosts can expect to endure a busy and frantic evening.