- Date and Time: Saturday, February 8, 2025, 18:45 GMT+1
- Venue: St. Andrew’s Stadium, Birmingham, England
| Odds via 22bet | |
| Birmingham City vs Newcastle United | February 8, 2025, 18:45 GMT+1 |
| Birmingham City odds | 6.10 |
| Newcastle United odds | 1.49 |
| Draw | 4.64 |
| Over\Under 2.5 Goals | 1.50/2.34 |
Birmingham City vs Newcastle United Preview and Team News
Birmingham City Team News
Birmingham City have gone from strength to strength in the third tier this season, and they appear on course for an immediate return to the Championship.
They come into this fourth round weekend after winning each of their last two matches, and avoiding defeat in their last 17 matches. Birmingham’s big spending under their new owners continued in January, as they signed 19-year-old striker Kurtis Havenhand from Sheffield United. However, he will likely play as a reserve behind Lydon Dykes and Jay Stansfield. Grant Hanley adds strength to the defensive options.
The atmosphere really is going to be something else. 🔥 pic.twitter.com/ajRhPgIZuP
— Birmingham City FC (@BCFC) February 5, 2025
Lee Buchanan is the only injury doubt for the home side this weekend, as he missed out due to a knee injury. Birmingham City have been at their strongest in home matches this season, scoring an average of 1.69 goals per game, and conceding just 0.54 per 90.
Birmingham City predicted lineup vs Newcastle United (3-5-2): Allsop; Klarer, Davies, Cochrane; Laird, Dowell, Iwata, Gardner-Hickman, Anderson; Dykes, Stansfield.
Newcastle United Team News
Eddie Howe’s Newcastle United will have their attention on a huge EFL Cup semi-final against Arsenal before playing against Birmingham City, and questions could be posed over their recent form after losing two of their last three.
Eddie Howe has been forced to balance the books this month, with Miguel Almiron departing the club to sign for Atlanta United, and Lloyd Kelly joining Juventus on a loan deal. Newcastle United will have attacking concerns this weekend, with Callum Wilson and Harvey Barnes ruled out due to thigh injuries.
Willockinho ⚡️ pic.twitter.com/b2xdmGFA3a
— Newcastle United (@NUFC) February 4, 2025
Meanwhile, Jamaal Lascelles remains out with an ACL injury. But, there will be concerns surrounding Newcastle United’s defensive record on the road, averaging 1.25 goals against per game, and failing to keep a clean sheet in 25% of their matches.
Newcastle United predicted lineup vs Birmingham City (4-3-3): Dubravka; Livramento, Burn, Botman, Hall; Tonali, Joelinton, Willock; Murphy, Isak, Gordon.
Birmingham City vs Newcastle United Prediction
- Pick: The Draw
- Odds: 4.64 (22Bet)
- Score prediction: Birmingham City 1-1 Newcastle United
A competitive clash is expected this weekend based on Birmingham City’s long unbeaten run. Therefore, a chance could be taken on the draw being a winning Birmingham City vs Newcastle United prediction.
Each of the three FA Cup matches between these sides have ended in draws in 90 minutes, while seven of the last 15 have ended in ties across all competitions.
It should also be noted that Newcastle United have suffered a staggering 32 defeats against lower-ranked sides in the FA Cup; the second-most of any top-flight side.
Birmingham City vs Newcastle United Prediction, Betting Tip
- Pick: Under 2.5 Goals
- Odds: 2.34 (22Bet)
Under 2.5 goals looks like one of the best value plays this weekend. Birmingham City’s matches have seen an average of 2.41 goals per game, while they have conceded just 0.54 goals per 90 this term. Newcastle’s attacking record is also a concern on the road, scoring just 1.83 per 90.
Jay Stansfield’s £20 million move to Birmingham City raised eyebrows in the summer, but the forward has performed excellently throughout 2024-25. The England U21 international has already netted 14 goals in 21 League One appearances, and he could use Saturday’s platform as an opportunity to show why he is so highly regarded.
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