Newcastle United vs Atlético Madrid Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Pre-season friendly 2025

These clubs are going to face each other for the first time.
Newcastle United are ready to battle it out against Atlético Madrid in a pre-season club friendly fixture. This is going to be an interesting fixture between the European clubs and is set to take place at St. James’ Park.
Newcastle United will be at home, but the Eddie Howe-led side will be under pressure. The Magpies are on a poor run of form since the beginning of their pre-season campaign. The hosts are gearing up for the next game and are coming in after securing a draw against Tottenham.
Atlético Madrid fell prey to FC Porto in their previous club friendly game. It was a lacklustre show by the Diego Simeone-led side. Atleti will have a chance here to gain back their confidence before the new season begins, but they must work hard and try to get a win.
Kick-off:
- Location: Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England
- Stadium: St James’ Park
- Date: Saturday, August 9
- Kick-off Time: 08:30 p.m. IST/ 03:00 p.m. GMT/ 11:00 a.m. ET/ 08:00 a.m. PT
- Referee: TBD
- VAR: Not in use
Pre-Season Form:
Newcastle United: L-L-L-D
Atletico Madrid: L
Players to Watch
Bruno Guimaraes (Newcastle)
The Brazilian midfielder is going to play an important role in controlling the midfield for the Magpies. Bruno Guimaraes will also have an essential part in creating plays for his fellow teammates in the final third. With the ball at his feet, he is going to trouble the opponent’s defence.
Julian Alvarez (Atletico Madrid)
Even though the Argentine striker failed to score a goal in the previous game for Atletico Madrid, he had a great 2024-25 campaign with the LaLiga side. Julian Alvarez will still be Diego Simeone’s first choice to deploy in the attacking front. He will be looking to step up and score a goal or two for his side.
Match Facts
- Newcastle and Atleti are going to face each other for the first time here.
- The Magpies are on a four-match winless run.
- Atletico Madrid will be playing their second pre-season game of 2025.
Newcastle vs Atletico Madrid: Betting Tips and Odds
- Atletico Madrid to win
- Julian Alvarez to score
- Goals under 3.5
Injury and Team News
Joseph Willock is injured and will not be in action for Newcastle United.
Atletico Madrid will be ready with all their players fit to be in action.
Head-to-Head
Total matches: 0
Newcastle won: 0
Atletico Madrid won: 0
Draws: 0
This game will be the first-ever meeting.
Predicted Lineups
Newcastle United predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)
Pope (GK); Trippier, Schär, Burn, Targett; Guimarães, Miley; Murphy, Joelinton, Gordon; Osula
Atletico Madrid predicted lineup (4-4-2)
Oblak (GK); Llorente, Le Normand, Lenglet, Galan; Simeone, Koke, Barrios, Gallagher; Sorloth, Alvarez
Match Prediction
As these clubs are going to face each other for the first time, it is likely to be an entertaining game. Atletico Madrid might go on and defeat Newcastle United in the upcoming club friendly.
Prediction: Newcastle 1-2 Atletico Madrid
Telecast Details
Fans from all over the world can tune into NUFCTV to watch the live streaming of the pre-season game. People in India can stream via FanCode too.
What is the head-to-head record between Newcastle United and Atlético Madrid?
These sides are going to face each other for the first time.
When and where is Newcastle United vs Atlético Madrid pre-season friendly 2025?
Saturday, August 9, 2025, at St. James’ Park in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England. The kick-off is scheduled for 4:00 p.m. BST.
Where and how to watch Newcastle United vs Atlético Madrid pre-season friendly 2025?
The live streaming of the game will be available on NUFCTV.
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