EFL Cup: Newcastle vs Manchester City (Team News, Possible Lineup And Predictions)

Newcastle vs Manchester City: The EPL leader will be a big favorite to go home with the three points, but it will be a tough game.

Newcastle vs Manchester City Team News

Newcastle’s Harvey Barnes, previously with Leicester City, had to depart the pitch just 12 minutes into the game at Bramall Lane on Sunday due to a toe issue.

However, there’s good news for Newcastle, as their second-choice goalkeeper, Martin Dubravka, has regained full fitness after an illness bout.

On the Man City front, Kevin De Bruyne is sidelined for an extended period because of a thigh injury.

Additionally, the trio of Mateo Kovacic, Bernardo Silva, and John Stones are likely to be absent for the upcoming midweek fixture.

See More Team News, Possible Lineup And Predictions

Newcastle vs Manchester City Prediction

Following their emphatic win over Sheffield United, Newcastle will step onto the field with renewed confidence, hoping to carry forward their momentum.

While the Magpies might push Guardiola’s squad to the limit, our prediction leans towards City securing a close win and advancing to the subsequent round.

Possible Starting Lineup

Newcastle United:
Pope, Trippier, Schar, Botman, Burn, Longstaff, Guimaraes, Tonali, Murphy, Isak, Gordon

Manchester City:
Ortega, Lewis, Akanji, Ake, Gomes; Nunes, Phillips, Foden, Alvarez, Grealish, Haaland