Newcastle vs Fulham: Premier League Match Preview & Predictions
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Fixture: Newcastle vs Fulham
Date: Saturday, 1 February 2025
Kick-Off: 15:00 GMT
Venue: St. James' Park, Newcastle
Match Overview
Newcastle United will look to continue their impressive run as they welcome Fulham to St. James' Park. The Magpies have been in excellent form, winning seven of their last eight league matches, and sit comfortably in the top four. Under Eddie Howe, they have been solid defensively and clinical in attack, with Alexander Isak leading the charge in front of goal.
Fulham, on the other hand, have struggled for consistency, particularly at home, but have shown a better record on the road. They will rely on their midfield strength, including the creativity of Alex Iwobi and Emile Smith Rowe, to break down Newcastle’s defence. However, their lack of clinical finishing and defensive lapses could make this a challenging fixture for them.
Newcastle’s home advantage and strong form make them the favourites in this match, with Fulham’s away record and injury concerns limiting their chances of an upset.
Injury and Suspension Updates
Newcastle
- Jamaal Lascelles: Knee injury
- Callum Wilson: Hamstring injury
- Harvey Barnes: Thigh injury
Fulham
- Reiss Nelson: Hamstring injury
- Kenny Tete: Knee injury
- Harry Wilson: Minor injury
Team Form and Overview
Newcastle
Recent Premier League Results:
- Southampton (A): 3-1 (Win)
- Bournemouth (H): 1-4 (Loss)
- Wolves (H): 3-0 (Win)
- Spurs (A): 2-1 (Win)
- Man Utd (A): 2-0 (Win)
Newcastle are in excellent form, with seven wins in their last eight Premier League matches, climbing into the top four. Under Eddie Howe, the Magpies have been defensively sound and clinical in attack, with Alexander Isak emerging as a consistent goal threat.
Fulham
Recent Premier League Results:
- Man Utd (H): 0-1 (Loss)
- Leicester (A): 2-0 (Win)
- West Ham (A): 2-3 (Loss)
- Ipswich (H): 2-2 (Draw)
- Bournemouth (H): 2-2 (Draw)
Fulham have been inconsistent, struggling for results at home but performing better on the road. They will rely on their midfield strength and the creativity of players like Alex Iwobi and Emile Smith Rowe to trouble Newcastle.
Predicted Lineups
Newcastle (4-3-3)
- Goalkeeper: Martin Dúbravka
- Defenders: Tino Livramento, Fabian Schär, Dan Burn, Lewis Hall
- Midfielders: Bruno Guimarães (Captain), Joelinton, Sandro Tonali
- Forwards: Anthony Gordon, Alexander Isak, Jacob Murphy
Fulham (4-2-3-1)
- Goalkeeper: Bernd Leno
- Defenders: Timothy Castagne, Joachim Andersen, Calvin Bassey, Antonee Robinson (Captain)
- Midfielders: Sasa Lukic, Sander Berge
- Attacking Midfielders: Adama Traore, Alex Iwobi, Emile Smith Rowe
- Forward: Raúl Jiménez
Tactical Insights
Newcastle
- Strengths: Well-organised defence, clinical finishing, and fluid counter-attacks.
- Weaknesses: Vulnerable to high pressing and defensive errors under pressure.
Fulham
- Strengths: Compact midfield and dangerous attacking creativity from wide areas.
- Weaknesses: Defensive lapses and a lack of consistency in finishing.
Fun Fact
Fulham’s last league victory at St. James’ Park came over a decade ago, in December 2013. Can Marco Silva’s side break the streak this weekend?
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