Newcastle vs Wolves Preview
Tenth-placed Newcastle United will host ninth-placed Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Premier League on Saturday, March 2.
Moving forward with the Newcastle vs Wolves Preview, The Magpies enter this contest on the back of a decent run of form. They have recorded two wins, two draws and one defeat in their last five games across competitions. However, most of these games have been goal-fests, with 11 goals scored and 13 goals conceded. Their last outing was a 1-1 draw against Blackburn Rovers in the FA Cup 5th Round. However, Newcastle won 4-3 on penalties.
Wolves, on the other hand, will enter this game on the back of a slightly better form. With three wins and two defeats in their last five, they are slight favourites for the next game as well. In this phase, they have scored 10 goals and conceded seven as they look to climb up the table. Their last outing was a narrow 1-0 win against Sheffield United and Wolves will look for more of the same.
That said, let’s take a look at the team news coming out of both camps.
Newcastle vs Wolves Team News
Newcastle
Manager Eddie Howe will be pleased with players who have made their comebacks in the last few days. The shortening injury list now just has four names on it. Long-term absentee Nick Pope is out with a shoulder injury, while Joelinton remains sidelined following a groin surgery.
Defender Matt Target is out nursing a hamstring injury, while Callum Wilson continues his recovery from a chest injury. Sandro Tonali remains suspended for gambling charges.
Meanwhile, Bruno Guimaraes risks a two-game suspension having already been booked nine times this season.
Wolves
Manager Gary O’Neil will have much fewer woes ahead of their next game. Brazilian forward Matheus Cunha is the only injury doubt. He missed Wolves’ win over Sheffield last time out but could return to the bench for the next one.
They have no suspensions to be concerned about.
Newcastle vs Wolves Predicted Lineups
Here are the Newcastle vs Wolves Preview lineups:-
Newcastle
Howe found a decent combination of players in the last two games and will likely stick with the same XI.
Predicted XI: Martin Dubravka (GK), Kieran Trippier (C), Fabian Schar, Sven Botman, Valentino Livramento, Sean Longstaff, Bruno Guimaraes, Lewis Miley, Miguel Almiron, Alexander Isak, Anthony Gordon.
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Wolves
Wolves, too, will stick with the same XI from their last game.
Predicted XI: Jose Sa (GK), Max Kilman (C), Craig Dawson, Toti Gomes, Nelson Semedo, Mario Lemina, Joao Gomes, Rayan Ait Nouri, Pablo Sarabia, Pedro Neto, Hee-Chan Hwang.
Newcastle vs Wolves Head-to-Head Record
Last 5 Games
- Wolves 2-2 Newcastle (10/23)
- Newcastle 2-1 Wolves (03/23)
- Wolves 1-1 Newcastle (08/22)
- Newcastle 1-0 Wolves (04/22)
- Wolves 2-1 Newcastle (10/21)
As you can see, there is little to separate the two teams. However, Newcastle edged the head-to-head record with two wins to Wolves’ one, with two draws shared.
Newcastle have won both their games at home and Wolves last earned a win at St. James’ Park back in 2019.
Newcastle vs Wolves Prediction
Considering the Magpies’ superior record at home against Wolves, they will head into this game as the favourites. However, Wolves have Pedro Neto and Hwang in full flow, while Newcastle have Isak and Gordon in their ranks.
This could be a high-scoring thriller and could end in a draw.
Prediction: Newcastle 2-2 Wolves.
Newcastle vs Wolves Betting Tips and Odds
Both teams have scored in four of the last five meetings, and eight of the last 10 meetings between the clubs. However, the Magpies are unbeaten against Wolves at home since 2019.
Newcastle vs Wolves Betting Tips
- Both Teams to Score – Yes: 1.56
- Over 2.5 Goals – Yes: 1.60
- Wolves to score in 1st Half – Yes: 2.14
Newcastle vs Wolves Odds
- Newcastle Win: 1.94
- Draw: 4.00
- Wolves Win: 3.70
Newcastle vs Wolves Timings & Telecast
- Date & Time: Saturday, March 2 at 3:00 PM (GMT).
- India: Star Sports Network, Hotstar app & website.
- UK: Sky Sports.
- US: Peacock Premium.
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