Newcastle United vs Fulham Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | EFL Cup 2025-26 Quarter-Final

The Magpies have defeated the Cottagers three times in their last five meetings.

Newcastle United are all set to lock horns with Fulham FC in the 2025-26 EFL Cup quarterfinals. This promises to be an entertaining game, taking place at St. James’ Park.

The Magpies are coming in after facing a loss at the hands of Sunderland in their previous Premier League game. Despite being at home for their upcoming game, Newcastle United will not be very confident.

They have failed to secure a win in their last two games. They will look to win their upcoming game as the Eddie Howe-led side are the defending Carabao Cup champions.

For the visiting side, Fulham FC, it won’t be an easy game either. They have not been consistent with their last few performances and can struggle in their upcoming one.

Moreover, the Cottagers are going to be away from home. It is going to keep them under pressure from the start.

Kick-off:

• Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England
• Stadium: St. James’ Park
• Date: Thursday, December 18
• Kick-off Time: 01:45 a.m. IST (Wednesday, Dec 17; 08:15 p.m. GMT/ 03:15 p.m. ET/ 12:15 p.m. PT)
• Referee: Darren England
• VAR: Not in use

Form:

Newcastle: W-D-W-D-L

Fulham: W-W-L-L-W

Players to Watch

Bruno Guimarães (Newcastle United)

The skipper will be keen to step up his game so that he can help his side both in the midfield and in the final third. Bruno Guimarães will be looking to put up a top show so that it can become easier for Newcastle United in their upcoming fixture. He has two assists in two Carabao Cup games this season, but has yet to score a goal.

Emile Smith Rowe (Fulham)

Emile Smith Rowe is going to be one of the main assets for the Cottagers if they want to get to the next stage of the cup competition. He scored one of the goals in their 3-2 win against Burnley in their previous league outing. Smith Rowe can control the ball well in the midfield and can also play an important role in the attacking front.

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Match Facts

• Newcastle United have failed to keep a clean sheet in their last eight attempts.
• Fulham FC have secured one clean sheet in their last five games.
• The Magpies and Cottagers have not drawn any of their last nine matches against each other.

Newcastle vs Fulham: Betting Tips and Odds

• Newcastle United to win @8/11 Spread Ex
• Yoane Wissa to score @13/8 bet365
• Goals under 3.5 @5/12 Unibet

Injury and Team News

Kieran Trippier, Sven Botman, William Osula, Emil Krafth, Daniel Burn and Nick Pope are not going to be in action for Newcastle United. They are injured.

Fulham FC will be without the services of Ryan Sessegnon and Rodrigo Munoz due to their injuries. Alex Iwobi and Samuel Chukwueze might also miss out due to their national team duties.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 83

Newcastle won: 35

Fulham won: 33

Draws: 15

Predicted Lineups

Newcastle predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Ramsdale (GK); Livramento, Thiaw, Schar, Hall; Guimarães, Tonali, Miley; Murphy, Wissa, Barnes

Fulham predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Leno (GK); Tete, Andersen, Bassey, Robinson; Berge, Lukic; Wilson, Smith Rowe, Kevin; Jimenez

Match Prediction

Both of these clubs will be keen to secure a win. But we predict it will be Newcastle United. They are likely to come out on top and emerge victorious against Fulham FC in their upcoming EFL Cup clash.

Prediction: Newcastle 2-1 Fulham

Telecast Details

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UK: Sky Sports Football

US: Paramount+

Nigeria: SuperSport

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