Newcastle vs Arsenal Prediction

It is a return to cup action for both Premier League sides as Arsenal make the the trip to St. James’ Park for the second leg of the EFL Cup to face off against Newcastle. The first leg played at the Emirates saw Newcastle leave with a 2-0 victory through goals from Alexander Isak and Anthony Gordon. Seeing defeat in their last match, Eddie Howe’s side need to ensure they can put that result behind them and focus, they already have a comfortable cushion going into this match being two goals to the good. Approaching this game riddled with injury and off the back of a home clash with Manchester City, how can Arteta ensure his side will not struggle with fatigue and bring their best to ensure they can climb this mountain and get through into the final.

Key Stats

• Newcastle are already 2-0 up against Arsenal from the first leg
• Arsenal have netted eleven goals in the four matches of their EFL Cup campaign while Newcastle have managed nine from one more match than the Gunners
• Newcastle are unbeaten against Arsenal so far this season with one win in the League and one in the EFL Cup

Newcastle United vs Arsenal Team Previews, Form and Standout Players

It has been yet another season to remember for Newcastle. Currently sat fifth in the league, the Magpies are on the hunt to return to European football as they narrowly missed out last season. But their focus for this match is for EFL Cup glory as Newcastle have had a spectacular run so far in the tournament. Collecting 19 goals across all competitions so far this season, Eddie Howe will be hoping that his star striker Alexander Isak can bounce back from last game’s blunder which saw the Swedish striker only manage one shot on goal

The Gunners were brilliant against Newcastle in the first leg, but lacked any ability to put the ball on target with 20 wayward shots and only three troubling the goalkeeper. Yet another transfer window has gone by and Arsenal are still yet to sign a star striker and with both Gabriel Jesus and Bukayo Saka out with injuries all eyes are on Kai Havertz who has managed 14 goals across 31 appearances across all competitions so far this season.

Newcastle Preview

Formation: 4-3-3

Newcastle United Predicted Line-Up: Dúbravka; Hall, Burn, Botman, Livramento; Willock, Tonali, Guimarães; Gordon, Isak, Murphy

Newcastle were not shocking by their standards in their last match, falling short to Fulham at St. James’ Park. Two second half goals from Fulham saw them jump to ninth in the table, while Chelsea play West Ham on Monday, with a win seeing them strip Newcastle of their European spot. Joelinton is now in doubt after struggling with a knee injury which saw the Brazilian taken off in the second half.

Arsenal Preview

Formation: 4-3-3

Aresenal Predicted Line-Up: Raya; Lewis-Skelly, Gabriel, Saliba, Timber; Rice, Ødegaard, Merino; Martinelli, Havertz, Trossard

Coming into this match off the back of thrashing reigning Premier League champions Manchester City, Arsenal are making their case to catch Liverpool in the league, although the Gunners are still nine points behind. With four wins in their last five games, Arsenal have a mountain to clim to ensure their passage into the final of the EFL Cup. Mikel Arteta has been injury struck all season long but has managed it excellently and has kept his side in the fight for both league and up glory. Looking to build off a defeat against Newcastle, can Arteta’s side climb the massive mountain they have ahead of them.

Newcastle United vs Arsenal Head to Head Stats

The first leg was the second time so far this season in which Arsenal were unable to defeat and score against the Northern side. Before this season, the Gunners have been been undefeated in the previous four meetings.

Newcastle United vs Arsenal Betting Tips

It is tough to see as to whether Arsenal can fight back from two goals down but with a massive hole in midfield as Joelinton is set to be out for this clash, it is tough to see Newcastle being able to dominate this game.

For this reason, our betting professional recommends HT Draw as the best value tip for this match. With odds at 6/5, a bet of £10 could see a return of up to £22

(odds subject to change)

Final Prediction: Newcastle vs Arsenal

Newcastle 1-2 Arsenal