Newcastle vs Manchester City prediction 13.01.2024

• Competition: Premier League
• Date: 13th January 2024
• Time:  17:30 UK / 18:30 CET
• Venue: St. James’ Park (Newcastle)

The Premier League competition resumes after a brief hiatus. However, this round will see the clubs without their players from Africa and Asia, who will be competing in continental tournaments with their respective national teams.

The upcoming derby round will be held at St. James’ Park, with Newcastle playing host to current champions, Manchester City. Newcastle’s performance this season has been far from stellar, a stark contrast to their previous season. They have been one of the biggest letdowns this season. The primary reasons for their poor performance include a high number of injuries and the pressures of playing in Europe. Throughout the season, Newcastle has struggled to keep their team together, and it remains to be seen whether they will manage to do so by the end of the season. Over the past weekend, they managed to secure a 3:0 victory over Sunderland in the 1/32 finals of the FA Cup, providing a temporary respite from their three consecutive league losses. However, this will bring little solace unless they start amassing more wins soon, especially considering that their next opponent is as formidable as they come.

Conversely, it appears that Manchester City is gradually building momentum, becoming the clear favorites to win the title in the second half. The comeback of Kevin De Bruyne, arguably the best player in the past few years, benefits them significantly. However, he may need some time to return to his peak form. The potential return of Erling Haaland also strengthens their position, although it is uncertain whether he will participate in this match. Manchester City set the stage for this match with a commanding 5:0 triumph over Huddersfield in the FA Cup. De Bruyne also contributed to the victory, providing an assist in just over 30 minutes of play, reminding everyone why he has been a vital component of their team for the past eight years.

Newcastle vs Manchester City pick: BOTH TEAMS TO SCORE

The previous season’s match between these Premier League rivals at St. James’s Park was one of the highlights of the season, and anticipation for an equally thrilling game this time is high. Currently, Newcastle is on a losing streak, but a positive result in this match could provide the morale boost they need to compete effectively. A ray of hope for them is the return of Kieran Trippier, one of their standout players last season, who will add much-needed width and creativity to their attack. The participation of the league’s top scorer, Erling Haaland, remains a question mark; however, Manchester City can rely on the dependable Julian Alvarez, who has proven a worthy replacement in recent matches. Additionally, Kevin De Bruyne’s potential play could be a game-changer, even if he only plays for half an hour.

Undoubtedly, the visitors are the heavy favorites in this match. However, Newcastle, known for their superior home ground performance, will significantly influence the game. Opting for BTTS could be a good decision.