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**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.
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.
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.
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.
Rank | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
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1 |
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31 | 22 | 5 | 4 | 75 | 24 | 51 | 71 |
2 |
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31 | 21 | 8 | 2 | 72 | 30 | 42 | 71 |
3 |
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31 | 21 | 7 | 3 | 71 | 31 | 40 | 70 |
4 |
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32 | 18 | 6 | 8 | 66 | 49 | 17 | 60 |
5 |
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30 | 17 | 6 | 7 | 62 | 44 | 18 | 57 |
6 |
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31 | 15 | 4 | 12 | 45 | 46 | -1 | 49 |
7 |
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32 | 13 | 9 | 10 | 52 | 56 | -4 | 48 |
8 |
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31 | 14 | 5 | 12 | 65 | 52 | 13 | 47 |
9 |
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29 | 12 | 7 | 10 | 53 | 50 | 3 | 43 |
10 |
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31 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 51 | 49 | 2 | 43 |
11 |
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31 | 12 | 6 | 13 | 44 | 49 | -5 | 42 |
12 |
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31 | 11 | 8 | 12 | 45 | 55 | -10 | 41 |
13 |
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32 | 11 | 6 | 15 | 47 | 51 | -4 | 39 |
14 |
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31 | 7 | 9 | 15 | 36 | 54 | -18 | 30 |
15 |
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31 | 9 | 8 | 14 | 32 | 42 | -10 | 29 |
16 |
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32 | 7 | 8 | 17 | 45 | 58 | -13 | 29 |
17 |
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31 | 7 | 8 | 16 | 39 | 53 | -14 | 25 |
18 |
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32 | 6 | 7 | 19 | 45 | 65 | -20 | 25 |
19 |
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32 | 4 | 7 | 21 | 32 | 67 | -35 | 19 |
20 |
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30 | 3 | 6 | 21 | 28 | 80 | -52 | 15 |