Newcastle vs Leeds: Newcastle United and Leeds United aim to win their first match of the season when they face each other in the Premier League on Saturday.
Match Details:
Teams: Newcastle vs Leeds
Venue: St. James’ Park, Newcastle upon Tyne
Date: Saturday 18th September, 2021
Time: 12:30 AM IST
Live Link: https://www.hotstar.com/in
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— Newcastle United FC (@NUFC) September 17, 2021
Preview
Newcastle is up against the wall when they face another side under pressure, Leeds in the Premier League on Saturday.
Both sides are in 19th and 17th position respectively ahead of this clash and only a win can suffice.
The Magpies were beaten by Manchester United last week 4-1 at Old Trafford which has put Steve Bruce’s job under serious consideration.
Ronaldo’s return was a joyous one as the Portuguese scored a brace while his national teammate, Fernandes also found the back of the net before Lingard wrapped up the points.
Manquilo’s goal in between these four proved to be a mere consolation effort as Newcastle lost their 3rd match of the season.
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On the other hand, Leeds was beaten at home 3-0 by Liverpool with Salah, Fabinho and Mané finding the back of the net.
The loss was further deepened with Struijk’s sending off for a tackle on Elliot, which was extremely dangerous.
𝐅𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞: #LUFC fall to a 3-0 defeat to Liverpool at Elland Road pic.twitter.com/NF1OkIWQ7X
— Leeds United (@LUFC) September 12, 2021
Bielsa is under pressure to get his Peacocks back in shape with the fixtures coming thick and fast.
The last time both sides faced each other; Leeds won 2-1 with Raphinha and Harrison scoring the crucial goals.
Form Guide
Newcastle: LLDDL
Leeds: LDWDL
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🔜 #NEWLEE pic.twitter.com/JW8WSCXD04
— Newcastle United FC (@NUFC) September 15, 2021
Last Matches of both teams:
Manchester United 4-1 Newcastle United
Leeds 0-3 Liverpool
Where to watch the live stream and broadcast of Newcastle vs Leeds in India?
The match is live streamed on the Hotstar VIP App or Jio TV while the broadcast is available on Star Sports Select 1/HD.
Team News
Wilson, Shelvey, Dubravka continue to remain on the side-lines due to injury while Dummett’s calf injury makes him a doubt for this one as well.
The visitors have Forshaw, Llorente, Koch ruled out due to injuries while Struijk is suspended for this one after he received a red card against Liverpool.
Newcastle possible 11:
Darlow, Hayden, Lascelles, Clark, Manquilo, Willock, Longstaff, Almiron, Ritchie, Joelinton and Saint-Maximin
Leeds possible 11:
Meslier, Firpo, Cooper, Ayling, Dallas, Phillips, Harrison, Roberts, Rodrigo, Raphinha and Bamford
Prediction: Newcastle 2-2 Leeds
Both sides have been poor this season and with leaky defences. Leeds has not been able to translate last season’s form this time but we can expect them to go toe-to-toe against the Magpies.
With home support, the Magpies should be able to eke out a point in this one.
Players to watch out for: Almiron, Saint-Maximin, Bamford and Raphinha.