Man City vs Newcastle: Match Preview, Predictions & Lineups

High-Stakes Clash at the Etihad

• Date: Saturday, February 15
• Kick-off Time: 15:00 GMT / 10:00 ET / 07:00 PT
• Venue: Etihad Stadium, Manchester
• Referee: Andy Madley
• VAR: John Brooks

Manchester City and Newcastle United meet in a crucial Premier League battle, with both sides fighting for a top-four finish. City’s recent struggles, highlighted by their dramatic 3-2 loss to Real Madrid, have left them chasing a Champions League spot rather than the league title. Meanwhile, Newcastle have built momentum with back-to-back domestic cup victories.

Can City bounce back from their midweek heartbreak, or will Newcastle break their 24-year winless streak at the Etihad?

Current Form & Team News

Manchester City’s Redemption Mission

City’s season has been uncharacteristically inconsistent, with defensive lapses costing them crucial points. Their defeat to Real Madrid exposed ongoing vulnerabilities, but Guardiola’s side remains lethal in attack.

✅ Recent Results:

• Man City 2-3 Real Madrid
• Leyton Orient 1-2 Man City
• Arsenal 5-1 Man City
• Man City 3-1 Club Brugge
• Man City 3-1 Chelsea

🚑 Injury News:

• Out: Jack Grealish, Manuel Akanji
• Doubtful: Nathan Ake (injury management)
• Fit to Play: John Stones, Nico Gonzalez

🔮 Predicted Lineup (4-1-4-1):
Ederson; Lewis, Dias, Ake, Gvardiol; Stones; Savinho, Foden, Gundogan, Marmoush; Haaland.

Newcastle’s European Push

Despite recent struggles in the Premier League, Newcastle’s cup form has been impressive. However, their defensive issues remain a concern, and a trip to the Etihad is never easy.

✅ Recent Results:

• Birmingham 2-3 Newcastle
• Newcastle 2-0 Arsenal
• Newcastle 1-2 Fulham
• Southampton 1-3 Newcastle
• Newcastle 1-4 Bournemouth

🚑 Injury News:

• Out: Sven Botman, Harvey Barnes, Joelinton
• Doubtful: Dan Burn (groin injury)
• Fit to Play: Anthony Gordon

🔮 Predicted Lineup (4-3-3):
Pope; Livramento, Schar, Burn, Hall; Guimaraes, Tonali, Willock; Murphy, Isak, Gordon.

Head-to-Head & Match Prediction

🔵 Last 5 Meetings:

• Man City: 3 Wins
• Newcastle: 1 Win
• Draws: 1

⚽ Last Match: Newcastle 1-1 Man City (Sept 28, 2024)

Score Prediction: Man City 2-2 Newcastle

Both teams have defensive frailties, but their attacking quality should shine through. Expect an entertaining encounter with goals at both ends, but neither side may have the edge to claim all three points.

Where to Watch?

• UK: Not televised (live audio on Man City’s official website & BBC Radio Newcastle)
• USA: Peacock
• Canada: fuboTV Canada

Will City recover from their Champions League disappointment, or can Newcastle pull off an upset? Drop your predictions in the comments!