Newcastle United vs Arsenal Prediction, Preview, Team News and Lineups 05.02.2025

• Date and Time: Wednesday, February 5, 2025, 21:00 GMT
• Venue: St. James Park, Newcastle, England

Newcastle United vs Arsenal Preview and Team News

Newcastle United Team News

Newcastle’s 1-2 home loss to Fulham in their last Premier League fixture was their second consecutive defeat at St. James’ Park. As a result, Eddie Howe’s side missed the chance to break into the top four.

Potentially, only 90 minutes stand between Newcastle and a place in the Carabao Cup final. If they succeed, it’ll be their second final in the past two seasons. After defeating Arsenal 2-0 at the Emirates, they have a strong chance of achievement.

Stats may speak otherwise, as Newcastle lost two games in a row, but they’ll come against Arsenal with a different motivation. In addition, only Harvey Barnes and Jamal Lascelles will miss out. Callum Wilson’s appearance is questionable.

Newcastle United predicted lineup vs Arsenal (4-3-3): Dubravka; Schar, Botman, Livramento, Hall; Bruno, Tonali, Joelinton; Gordon, Isak, Murphy. 

Arsenal Team News

Arsenal blew Man City away with a 5-1 Premier League defeat on the weekend. The hosts looked convincing and thrashed their struggling opponents without giving them any real chance.

Despite their six-point deficit with leaders Liverpool, Arsenal continue to put pressure on them. Now, they’ll have to focus on canceling Newcastle’s two-goal advantage and moving to their first Cup final since 2017/2018.

If we take a look at the H2H stats, they’re on an impossible mission. Since 2010, Arsenal have not won with three clear goals at St. James Park. Nevertheless, they’ll be in a great mood after sweeping Man City on Sunday. 

Arsenal predicted lineup vs Newcastle (4-3-3): Raya; Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Lewis-Skelly; Ødegaard, Partey, Rice; Martinelli, Havertz, Trossard. 

Newcastle United vs Arsenal Prediction 

• Pick: Arsenal to Win
• Odds: 2.16 (22Bet)
• Score prediction: Newcastle United 0-2 Arsenal

The first leg match was a bit unlucky for Arsenal. They had the upper hand in stats but failed to score. Newcastle, however, took advantage of the given chances and eventually beat their opponents.

We think that the situation will be different in this matchup, as the guests need to win at all costs. Mikel Arteta will undoubtedly learn from the mistakes allowed in the first game, and they’ll have the initiative throughout the clash.

The hosts are difficult to beat at home, but the visitors’ form gives them a real chance of success. We don’t exclude the possibility of extra time, and our first pick would be Arsenal to win. 

Newcastle United vs Arsenal Prediction, Betting Tip

• Pick: Under 2.5 Goals
• Odds: 1.95 (22Bet)

Newcastle have an excellent chance of securing the final spot, and it would be no surprise if they focus primarily on defence and keep spaces closed. For Arsenal, any conceded goal would be crushing, so they’ll also maintain a balance.

If we look at the H2H stats, eight out of the previous nine encounters ended with less than three goals scored. These teams know each other well and will minimize potential mistakes. 

Given the stakes of this event, we anticipate the sides will act more diligently, and most likely, a low-scoring affair is expected. Our second pick for this game would be under 2.5 goals. 

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