Manchester City vs. Newcastle United FA Cup Match Analysis
The FA Cup quarter-final stage brings an enticing fixture between Manchester City and Newcastle United at the Etihad Stadium.
As the current FA Cup holders, Manchester City are determined to defend their title against a challenging Newcastle United side.
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Manchester City is competing for multiple trophies this season, currently third in the EPL standings and in the Champions League quarterfinals.
The team has a deep squad, allowing Guardiola to rotate players.
In their recent league match, they drew 1-1 against Liverpool.
Newcastle United, on the other hand, has struggled this season, occupying the tenth spot in the EPL standings.
They are in poor form, winning only one out of their last four matches.
The FA Cup offers a chance to salvage their season, although facing Manchester City will be a tough challenge.
Recent Form
- Manchester City: WWWWWD
- Newcastle United: WDLWWL
Prediction: Manchester City 3-1 Newcastle United
Considering Manchester City’s impressive unbeaten streak at home, their strong FA Cup performance, and their historical dominance over Newcastle, a home victory is highly likely on Saturday.
- Prediction: City Win
While Newcastle has previously defeated City in the EFL Cup and put up a good fight in a 1-0 Premier League loss earlier in the season, Guardiola’s side is expected to break through Newcastle’s defense and secure a spot in the semi-finals.
- Betting Tip: Over 2.5 Goals
Possible Lineups
Manchester City: (4-2-3-1)
Ortega;
Walker, Dias, Ake, Gvardiol;
Rodri, Kovacic;
Bobb, Alvarez, Doku;
Haaland
Newcastle United: (4-3-3)
Dubravka;
Livramento, Schar, Botman, Burn;
Longstaff, Guimaraes, Willock;
Murphy, Isak, Almiron
