Newcastle United vs Southampton FC Predicted lineup, betting tips, odds, injury news, H2H, telecast | Premier League 2024-25

The Magpies to host the Saints in their opening clash of the new Premier League season.

The stage is set and the battle lines are drawn. Every prediction, strategy, fantasy and guess has led us to this moment. Fans are locked in debate over the top contenders, the Golden Boot hopefuls and the wildcards who could shake up the season. Transfer rumours swirl, tactical masterminds are at work and injury concerns loom large. Coaches are fine-tuning formations, while supporters hold their breath, eager to decipher their managers’ plans.

It all comes down to this: the Premier League, where dreams and fears collide as the English football season kicks off. Ladies and gentlemen, prepare for the quest to conquer England, as it begins now.

Newcastle United’s meteoric rise in the 2022-23 season shocked English football. Surpassing Liverpool, Aston Villa and Tottenham propelled them to a fourth-place finish, securing a spot in the UEFA Champions League. However, what began with high expectations quickly turned sour last season. Newcastle exited the Champions League at the group stage and ended up seventh in the Premier League, missing out on all continental competitions.

Just seven points shy of a Europa League berth and a mere three wins away from consecutive Champions League qualifications, Newcastle’s dream faltered. Yet this setback might be a blessing in disguise. Free from the demands of European football, the Magpies can now focus solely on domestic success. With a strong, well-rounded squad, Eddie Howe will aim to maximize Newcastle’s potential in their quest for Premier League glory.

Meanwhile, Southampton FC endured a dismal season in 2022-23, finishing rock bottom and facing relegation to the Championship for the first time in a decade. But true to their resilient nature, Southampton swiftly refocused on a singular mission – returning to the Premier League last season.

Their determination paid off, finishing fourth in the Championship behind Leicester City, Ipswich Town and Leeds United. Their true triumph came in the promotion play-off final, where they narrowly edged past Leeds United to seal their return to the top flight. A solid pre-season campaign, marred only by a narrow defeat to Oxford United, has further fueled their hopes.

As they gear up for the opening week of Premier League action, Southampton are prepared to leave no stone unturned. They’ll be looking to make a statement in their first match back in the top flight.

Expect an action-packed, closely contested encounter. Newcastle United may hold the edge with their squad depth and home advantage, but Southampton remains a determined and dangerous opponent. After an impressive pre-season, the Saints will be eager to carry their momentum into the Premier League and prove their mettle against one of the league’s rising powers.

Kick-Off:

Saturday, 17 August 2024 at 7:30 PM IST

Location: St. James’ Park Stadium, Newcastle, United Kingdom

Form:

Newcastle United (in all competitions): W-W-L-W-W

Southampton (in all competitions): D-D-W-L-W

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— Newcastle United FC (@NUFC) August 14, 2024

Players to watch:

Alexander Isak (Newcastle United)

Swedish centre-forward Alexander Isak has become a linchpin in Newcastle United’s resurgence over the last two seasons. Before joining Newcastle, Isak honed his craft at Borussia Dortmund and made a name for himself with Real Sociedad, where he amassed over 100 appearances in just three seasons. Among his accolades are the Eredivisie Talent of the Month award in March 2019 and being named Fotbollsgalan’s Forward of the Year in 2021. He was also instrumental in Real Sociedad’s Copa del Rey triumph during the 2019-20 season.

On the international stage, Isak has earned 46 caps and scored 11 goals for Sweden. His impact at Newcastle has been even more remarkable, with 35 goals in 67 appearances, averaging a goal every two matches. His clinical finishing and knack for delivering in high-pressure situations make him an essential player as Newcastle aims to establish themselves as a top contender in the Premier League. Isak’s influence will be crucial to Newcastle’s ambitions of becoming one of the most formidable attacking forces in English football.

Adam Armstrong (Southampton FC)

Adam Armstrong, the 5-foot-8 striker from Newcastle, returns to his hometown but this time wearing Southampton‘s jersey as he faces his boyhood club. A lifelong Newcastle fan, Armstrong made 17 appearances for the Magpies before being loaned out to various clubs, including Coventry City, Barnsley, Bolton Wanderers and Blackburn Rovers. In 2018, he joined Blackburn Rovers permanently, making 130 appearances before moving to Southampton in 2021.

Armstrong’s career has been marked by loyalty and determination. He has made over 100 appearances for Southampton, scoring 25 goals. Known for his creativity and ability to score spectacular goals, Armstrong has been honoured with the Coventry City Goal of the Season award in 2015-16 and the Blackburn Rovers Goal of the Season award in 2019-20.

For Southampton to not only stave off relegation but also push for a top-six finish, Armstrong’s goal-scoring prowess will be vital. His ability to consistently find the back of the net could be the driving force behind Russell Martin’s efforts to propel Southampton into the Premier League’s upper echelons.

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— Southampton FC (@SouthamptonFC) August 15, 2024

Match facts:

• Newcastle won four of their last five matches.
• Southampton won two of their last five matches.
• Newcastle are coming off a victory over Brest in their previous fixture.

Newcastle United vs Southampton: Betting Tips and Odds

• Tip 1 – Newcastle United to win the match: 3/10 with Paddy Power
• Tip 2 – Alexander Isak to score or assist: 4/5 with Bet 365
• Tip 3 – Goals over 2.5: 2/5 with William Hill

Injury and team news:

Newcastle are set to miss the presence of Callum Wilson, Lewis Miley and Sven Botman in their opening fixture.

Apart from the exception of Gavin Bazunu, coach Russell Martin, on the other hand, will have the luxury to pick his best combination of players from a fully fit and available side.

Head to head:

Total matches: 108

Newcastle won: 46

Southampton won: 38

Match drawn: 24

Predicted lineup:

Newcastle United predicted lineup (4-3-3):

Pope (GK); Trippier, Schar, Burn, Hall; Longstaff, Guimaraes, Joelinton; Murphy, Isak, Gordon

Southampton predicted lineup (5-3-2):

McCarthy (GK); Sugawara, Harwood-Bellis, Bednarek, Stephens, Walker-Peters; Downes, Smallbone, Aribo; Armstrong, Brereton Diaz

Match prediction for Newcastle vs Southampton:

Southampton will be eager to pull off an upset in the opening match. However, looking at the depth in Newcastle’s squad, we expect the home team to get the better of Southampton by a slender margin.

Predictions: Newcastle 3-2 Southampton

Telecast for Newcastle vs Southampton:

India –  Disney+Hotstar, Star Sports

UK – Sky Sports, TNT Sports

US –  NBC Sports

Nigeria – SuperSport, NTA, Sporty TV

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