Newcastle vs Man City: The champions Manchester City travel to face Newcastle United in the Premier League tonight at St. James’ Park.
Match Details:
Teams: Newcastle United vs Manchester City
Venue: St. James’ Park, Newcastle upon Tyne
Date: Saturday 15th May, 2021
Time: 12:30 AM IST
Preview:
Newcastle United face the newly crowned Premier League champions, Man City at home tonight.
The Magpies have avoided relegation this season as they stand 16th in the table with a 12-point lead over Fulham.
They have played decent football in recent weeks and even sprung a few surprising results and would hope to finish the season well.
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Manchester City on the other hand officially became champions after United lost to Leicester on Tuesday.
City has been head and shoulders above every other side and deserved won the title.
They slipped up against Chelsea in their last match but will look to get back to winning ways with another 3 matches to go.
Form Guide ( last 5 league matches)
Newcastle United: WWDLW
Manchester City: WLWWL
Last Matches of both teams:
Leicester City 2-4 Newcastle United
Manchester City 1-2 Chelsea
Where to watch the live telecast and streaming of Newcastle United vs Man City?
The match will be broadcast in India on Star Sports Select 1/HD while the live stream is available on Hotstar VIP App.
Team News
Bruce’s side has a number of injury concerns with Wilson, Hayden, Lascelles, Darlow, Fraser ruled out while Schär is suspended as he continues his three-match ban for a straight red against Arsenal.
City only have De Bruyne as the absentee as he recovers from a minor muscle injury.
Newcastle United possible 11:
Dubravka, Fernández, Clark, Dummett, Murphy, Almiron, Shelvey, Willock, Ritchie, Saint-Maximin and Joelinton.
Manchester City possible 11:
Ederson, Zinchenko, Dias, Stones, Walker, Gündogan, Rodri, Silva, Foden, Jesus and Mahrez.
Prediction: Newcastle United 1-3 Manchester City
Even with good form in recent weeks, Newcastle is coming up against a strong and quality City side.
City would look to avoid the hangover of becoming champions and keep the momentum going with a win.
We expect City to get the three points once again.
Players to watch out for: Willock, Saint-Maximin, Mahrez, Foden, Dias.
