Newcastle - Fulham

Regular Season - 17
Kickoff: 2023-12-16 14:00

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Newcastle - Fulham Predictions

Prediction: Newcastle or draw
Best odds: 1.15
Prediction: Over 1.5

As the Premier League heats up, all eyes turn to St. James' Park where Newcastle is set to clash with Fulham in a match that promises intrigue and excitement. With predictions leaning in favor of the Magpies, could this be another triumphant day for the home side, or will Fulham cause an upset?

**Key Players**

Newcastle's midfield dynamo Sandro Tonali, with a solid rating of 6.83, will be pivotal in controlling the game's tempo. His impressive 266 total passes and 8 key passes this season are a testament to his vision and playmaking abilities. Alongside him, Harvey Lewis Barnes, another midfield maestro rated at 6.85, has provided a crucial assist and has been a constant threat with his shots on target. The frontline is spearheaded by Callum Eddie Graham Wilson, whose rating of 6.90 is justified by his 7 goals and 15 shots on target, making him a formidable force in attack.

Fulham's hopes may well rest on the shoulders of their attacker, Carlos Vinícius Alves Morais, who holds a rating of 6.63 and has shown his potential with 3 shots on target. Bobby Armani De Cordova-Reid, with a rating of 6.73, has bagged 3 goals and will be looking to add to his tally. At the back, Timothy Michael Ream is the cornerstone of the defense, boasting an impressive 840 total passes, which reflects his role as a key distributor from the backline.

Recent Form

Newcastle's form has been strong, with their last five games recording "WWLWD", and they sit comfortably at 6th in the league with 26 points. Their home record is particularly daunting for any visitor, with 7 wins out of 8 games. Fulham, on the other hand, has had a mixed bag of results with "WLWLL" in their last five outings, placing them 12th on the table with 18 points. Their away form has been less than stellar, managing only one win in eight games.

Head-to-Head History

Looking at the head-to-head encounters, Newcastle has had the upper hand in recent meetings. They secured a 1-0 victory in their last match against Fulham on January 15, 2023, and previously enjoyed a convincing 4-1 win on October 1, 2022. This historical dominance could play a psychological part in the upcoming fixture.

Prediction

The predictions are leaning heavily towards Newcastle, with a "Double chance: Newcastle or draw" being the advised betting tip. The statistical breakdown gives Newcastle a 45% chance of victory, matched by a 45% chance of a draw, and a mere 10% for a Fulham win. Newcastle's form at home, coupled with their attacking prowess led by Callum Eddie Graham Wilson, and the creative influence of Sandro Tonali and Harvey Lewis Barnes, suggests they have the upper hand.

Fulham will not be without their threats, with Carlos Vinícius Alves Morais and Bobby Armani De Cordova-Reid capable of causing problems for the Newcastle defense. However, the home team's defensive solidity, highlighted by their goals against tally at home, and the fact that Timothy Michael Ream will have to marshal a backline that has conceded significantly more goals away from home, suggests that Fulham will have their work cut out for them.

In conclusion, the prediction for this match is a strong performance from Newcastle, likely resulting in a win or at the very least, a draw. Fulham will need to defy the odds and their recent form to take anything away from St. James' Park. Expect a game where Newcastle's key players shine and their historical edge over Fulham to be evident once again.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

40%
60%

Attacking Potential

26%
74%

Defensive Potential

47%
53%

Poisson Distribution

88%
12%

Stregth H2H

93%
7%

Goals H2H

86%
14%

Wins the game

63%
37%

Newcastle - Fulham Head to Head

Premier League standings

Rank Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Arsenal players, news and schedule Arsenal 31 22 5 4 75 24 51 71
2 Liverpool players, news and schedule Liverpool 31 21 8 2 72 30 42 71
3 Manchester City players, news and schedule Manchester City 31 21 7 3 71 31 40 70
4 Aston Villa players, news and schedule Aston Villa 32 18 6 8 66 49 17 60
5 Tottenham players, news and schedule Tottenham 30 17 6 7 62 44 18 57
6 Manchester United players, news and schedule Manchester United 31 15 4 12 45 46 -1 49
7 West Ham players, news and schedule West Ham 32 13 9 10 52 56 -4 48
8 Newcastle players, news and schedule Newcastle 31 14 5 12 65 52 13 47
9 Chelsea players, news and schedule Chelsea 29 12 7 10 53 50 3 43
10 Brighton players, news and schedule Brighton 31 11 10 10 51 49 2 43
11 Wolves players, news and schedule Wolves 31 12 6 13 44 49 -5 42
12 Bournemouth players, news and schedule Bournemouth 31 11 8 12 45 55 -10 41
13 Fulham players, news and schedule Fulham 32 11 6 15 47 51 -4 39
14 Crystal Palace players, news and schedule Crystal Palace 31 7 9 15 36 54 -18 30
15 Everton players, news and schedule Everton 31 9 8 14 32 42 -10 29
16 Brentford players, news and schedule Brentford 32 7 8 17 45 58 -13 29
17 Nottingham Forest players, news and schedule Nottingham Forest 31 7 8 16 39 53 -14 25
18 Luton players, news and schedule Luton 32 6 7 19 45 65 -20 25
19 Burnley players, news and schedule Burnley 32 4 7 21 32 67 -35 19
20 Sheffield Utd players, news and schedule Sheffield Utd 30 3 6 21 28 80 -52 15