Newcastle vs Leicester City - Preview, prediction, team news & lineups

Newcastle United will face Leicester City at St James’ Park this Saturday afternoon. Both teams need points to improve their league positions. Newcastle are currently 12th in the Premier League. Leicester are 16th and battling to stay out of the relegation zone.

Newcastle vs Leicester City - Preview, prediction, team news & lineups

Newcastle United recent form

Newcastle have been inconsistent this season. They have five wins, five draws, and five losses from their 15 matches.

Eddie Howe’s team recently drew 3-3 with Liverpool. However, they suffered a 4-2 defeat against Brentford last weekend.

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Newcastle have struggled against smaller teams recently. They have dropped points to Everton, Crystal Palace, and West Ham.

Their record against newly-promoted teams is strong. They have lost only one of their last 21 matches against such opponents.

Leicester City recent form

Leicester have shown improvement under new manager Ruud van Nistelrooy. They have earned four points from their last two matches.

A 3-1 victory against West Ham was followed by a dramatic 2-2 draw with Brighton. Late goals from Jamie Vardy and Bobby De Cordova-Reid secured that point.

Leicester are five points clear of the relegation zone. However, they have only won three matches this season.

The Foxes have a good record at St James’ Park. They have won six away matches there in the Premier League.

Newcastle vs Leicester City - Team news

Newcastle team news vs Leicester City

Callum Wilson is out with a thigh injury. Sven Botman, Jamaal Lascelles, and Emil Krafth are also unavailable. Joe Willock’s availability is uncertain due to a hamstring issue. Kieran Trippier, Sandro Tonali, and Anthony Gordon could return to the starting lineup.

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Leicester City team news vs Newcastle

Wilfred Ndidi and Ricardo Pereira are sidelined with hamstring injuries. Boubakary Soumare is suspended. Harry Winks is doubtful but will be assessed before the match. Hamza Choudhury and Oliver Skipp are likely to start in midfield.

Newcastle vs Leicester City - Predicted lineups

Newcastle predicted lineup vs Leicester City: Pope; Livramento, Schar, Burn, Hall; Tonali, Guimaraes, Joelinton; Gordon, Isak, Barnes.

Leicester City predicted lineup vs Newcastle: Hermansen; Justin, Coady, Vestergaard, Kristiansen; Choudhury, Skipp; McAteer, Buonanotte, El Khannouss; Vardy.

Newcastle vs Leicester City - Prediction

Newcastle will aim to bounce back from their recent defeat. Leicester have shown resilience under their new manager.

Both teams have defensive weaknesses, so goals are expected. Newcastle’s home advantage could make the difference.

Prediction: Newcastle United 2-1 Leicester City

This Newcastle vs Leicester City match is crucial for both sides as they look to climb the Premier League table. Fans can expect an exciting contest at St James’ Park.

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