Match Overview
On December 16, 2023, Newcastle will face Fulham at St. James’ Park in a Premier League match. The odds for this game are in favor of the home team, with Newcastle having a higher chance of winning at 1.91 compared to Fulham’s odds of 4.11.
Historical Face-Off
In previous encounters between these two teams, Newcastle has had the upper hand. Their last meeting resulted in a 1-0 victory for Newcastle. Looking further back, Newcastle has won four out of their last six matches against Fulham, with two draws and no losses.
Goals have been a common occurrence when these teams meet, with three or more goals being scored in four out of their last six encounters. This suggests that we can expect an exciting and potentially high-scoring match.
Local Team’s Recent Form
Newcastle’s recent form has been somewhat inconsistent. In their last six matches across all competitions, they have won two games, lost three games, and drawn one game. They have scored eight goals but conceded eleven during this period.
In the Premier League, Newcastle currently sits in seventh place with 26 points from 16 matches played. They have won eight games, drawn two games, and lost six games so far this season. With a goal difference of +12 (33 goals scored and 21 goals conceded), they have shown both offensive prowess and defensive vulnerabilities.
In their most recent match against AC Milan in the UEFA Champions League, Newcastle suffered a narrow defeat with a scoreline of 1-2.
Away Team’s Recent Form
Fulham has had mixed results recently as well. In their last six matches across all competitions, they have won three games and lost three games without any draws. They have been quite prolific in front of goal, scoring 17 goals while conceding 10.
In the Premier League, Fulham currently sits in tenth place with 21 points from 16 matches played. They have won six games, drawn three games, and lost seven games so far this season. Their goal difference is even (26 goals scored and 26 goals conceded), highlighting their ability to score but also their defensive weaknesses.
Fulham’s most recent match was a resounding 5-0 victory against West Ham in the Premier League.
Key Players Spotlight
For Newcastle, Alexander Isak has been a standout player in attack, scoring ten goals in just nineteen appearances. His clinical finishing and ability to create chances will be crucial for Newcastle’s attacking threat.
On the other hand, Fulham boasts the talents of Carlos Vinícius upfront. With four goals in fifteen matches, he has proven to be a reliable source of goals for his team.
Statistical Insights
Looking at recent statistics and trends, both teams have shown an inclination towards high-scoring matches. Newcastle has averaged 1.33 goals per game across all competitions this season while Fulham has averaged an impressive 2.83 goals per game away from home.
Defensively, both teams have struggled at times. Newcastle has conceded an average of 1.31 goals per game this season while Fulham has conceded an average of 1.69 goals per game away from home.
Based on these statistics and recent form analysis, we can expect an open and attacking match between these two sides with both teams having opportunities to score.
Match Prediction: Newcastle 2 – 1 Fulham
Taking into account the historical face-off between these teams and their recent performances, it is predicted that Newcastle will come out on top with a narrow victory over Fulham by a scoreline of 2-1. Newcastle’s home advantage and their attacking prowess, led by Alexander Isak, should give them the edge in this match. However, Fulham’s ability to find the back of the net cannot be underestimated, and they are likely to make it a competitive contest.
