2020-21 Premier League – Newcastle vs Leeds Utd Preview & Prediction
THE FACTS
When does Newcastle vs Leeds Utd kick off? Tuesday 26th January, 2021 – 18:00 (UK)
Where is Newcastle vs Leeds Utd being played? St. James' Park, Newcastle upon Tyne
Where can I get tickets for Newcastle vs Leeds Utd? Some clubs can now have some fans back in their stadiums so it is worth checking official club websites for the latest updates on the ticket situation
What TV channel is Newcastle vs Leeds Utd on in the UK? Sky Sports
Where can I stream Newcastle vs Leeds Utd in the UK? Sky Sports subscribers can stream the match live via Sky Go
THE TEAM NEWS
NEWCASTLE
PREDICTED XI (4-4-2): Darlow; Krafth, Lascelles, Schar, Lewis; Almiron, Shelvey, Hendrick, Joelinton; Carroll, Wilson
UNAVAILABLE: Fernandez (Injured), Dummett (Injured), Clark (Injured), Yedlin (Visa issues)
QUESTIONABLE: Manquillo (Injured), Saint-Maximin (Injured)
LEEDS UTD
PREDICTED XI (4-3-3): Meslier; Dallas, Ayling, Cooper, Alioski; Phillips; Raphinha, Rodrigo, Klich, Harrison; Bamford
UNAVAILABLE: Berardi (Injured), Koch (Injured), Forshaw (Injured)
QUESTIONABLE:
THE PREDICTION
Following a disappointing 2-0 defeat away at Aston Villa over the weekend, Newcastle have now lost their last five matches in all competitions, failing to score in four of those games. Manager Steve Bruce is now coming under huge pressure from the Newcastle fans, with many wanting him removed from his post. Here they face a Leeds side who are coming off the back of a ten-day break, having not featured since their 0-1 loss at home to Brighton. That rest will have allowed boss Marcelo Bielsa to work his side vigorously on the training ground and the Whites should come out of the blocks very fast in this game. Leeds are likely to physically overwhelm a tired Magpies side low on confidence and with key midfielder Kalvin Phillips back for Bielsa’s side following suspension, the visitors are expected to pile on the misery for Newcastle by coming out on top here.
