Arsenal vs Newcastle Prediction 24.02.2024

• Competition: Premier League
• Date: 24.02.2024
• Kickoff: 20:00 UK / 21:00 CEST
• Venue: Emirates Stadium (London)

Arsenal remains in contention for the Premier League championship title, following their victory in the last five league matches. However, they suffered a disappointing loss in the knockout phase of the Champions League where they were defeated 1-0 in the first leg of the round of 16 by Porto. This unexpected result will see them face Porto again in London in 14 days, with Arsenal still favored to proceed to the next round. Currently, Arsenal lags behind Manchester City by a single point and Liverpool by five points, though they have a game in hand.

Newcastle’s performance in the Premier League this season has been disappointing, likely due to the lack of any significant transfers to the club. Despite not losing in their last four matches, a draw against Bournemouth at home isn’t seen as a particularly positive outcome. While they were knocked out of the Champions League in the group stage, they remain in contention in the FA Cup, having reached the 1/8 finals. In away games this season in the Premier League, Newcastle have suffered 7 losses in 12 matches.

Arsenal vs Newcastle pick: NEWCASTLE TO COVER AH 1.5

In the previous season’s direct match at this stadium, no goals were scored. Newcastle typically struggles to score here, but they seldom lose by large margins. Despite Newcastle’s generally poor away performance this season, they’ve managed to secure victories in their last four matches, two in the FA Cup and two in the Premier League. Arsenal is heading into a challenging and high-pressure second leg of the Champions League, with the schedule tightening. As a result, a highly efficient and seamless performance isn’t anticipated from them. The smart bet would be that Newcastle will cover Asian Handicap 1.5, meaning they will not lose by two or more goals.