Matchweek 12 of the Premier League 2025/26 brings a high-stakes showdown as Newcastle vs Man City at St. James’ Park. With the hosts struggling for consistency and City hitting top gear again under Pep Guardiola, this matchup promises intensity, tactical battles, and decisive moments from key attackers like Haaland and Woltemade.
Match Overview – Newcastle vs Man City
- Fixture: Newcastle United vs Manchester City
- Competition: Premier League 2025/26 – Matchweek 12
- Date & Kick-Off: Sunday, November 23, 2025 – 23:00 PM (Local Time)
- Venue: St. James’ Park, Newcastle
Newcastle come into this match on a challenging run, having lost three of their last five Premier League fixtures. Despite flashes of quality—especially in the Champions League—the inconsistency in domestic matches is alarming. Their defense has conceded 9 goals in their last 3 Premier League games, making this a worrying trend ahead of facing the league’s best attack.
Manchester City, meanwhile, look back to their dominant best. With comfortable wins over Liverpool (3–0) and Borussia Dortmund (4–1), City’s attack is firing, and Erling Haaland is once again leading the Golden Boot race with 14 goals in 11 matches. Expect City to control the ball, dictate tempo, and apply relentless pressure.
Recent Form Guide – Newcastle vs Man City
Newcastle United – Last 5 Matches
| Competition | Date | Opponent | Result | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premier League | Nov 9, 2025 | Brentford | Loss | 1-3 |
| Champions League | Nov 5, 2025 | Athletic Bilbao | Win | 2-0 |
| Premier League | Nov 2, 2025 | West Ham | Loss | 1-3 |
| EFL Cup | Oct 29, 2025 | Tottenham | Win | 2-0 |
| Premier League | Oct 25, 2025 | Fulham | Loss | 1-2 |
Manchester City – Last 5 Matches
| Competition | Date | Opponent | Result | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premier League | Nov 9, 2025 | Liverpool | Win | 3-0 |
| Champions League | Nov 5, 2025 | Dortmund | Win | 4-1 |
| Premier League | Nov 2, 2025 | Bournemouth | Win | 3-1 |
| EFL Cup | Oct 29, 2025 | Swansea | Win | 3-1 |
| Premier League | Oct 26, 2025 | Aston Villa | Loss | 0-1 |
Head-to-Head – Last 5 Meetings
| Date | Competition | Match | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 15, 2025 | Premier League | Man City 4–0 Newcastle | Man City win |
| Sep 28, 2024 | Premier League | Newcastle 1–1 Man City | Draw |
| Mar 16, 2024 | FA Cup | Man City 2–0 Newcastle | Man City win |
| Jan 13, 2024 | Premier League | Newcastle 2–3 Man City | Man City win |
| Sep 27, 2023 | EFL Cup | Newcastle 1–0 Man City | Newcastle win |
City dominate this fixture, winning 3 of the last 4 league and cup meetings and scoring freely against Newcastle.
Key Players to Watch
Newcastle – Nick Woltemade
4 goals in 8 matches
The young striker has been Newcastle’s bright spot, showing great movement and finishing ability. However, he will need service and space—both difficult to find against City’s compact defensive structure.
Manchester City – Erling Haaland
14 goals in 11 matches
Haaland is unstoppable right now. His aerial presence, power, and timing make him a nightmare matchup for Newcastle’s back line, which has been conceding frequently in recent weeks.
Predicted Lineups – Newcastle vs Man City
Statistical Projection
| Metric | Newcastle | Manchester City |
|---|---|---|
| Possession | ~35% | ~65% |
| Shots on Target | 2–4 | 6–9 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 0.7–1.0 | 2.3–2.7 |
| Clean Sheet Probability | 15% | 55% |
| Corners | 3–4 | 6–8 |
City overwhelmingly dominate in all predictive metrics.
Prediction Summary – Newcastle vs Man City
Newcastle’s home crowd may boost their energy early, but City’s superior structure, form, and attacking depth should allow them to control the match. Haaland’s form makes him an almost guaranteed threat, while City’s midfield trio should overwhelm Newcastle’s buildup play.
Expect a dominant Manchester City performance.
Final Score Prediction: Manchester City 3–1 Newcastle United
Likely Scorers:
- Erling Haaland (Man City)
- Phil Foden (Man City)
- Jeremy Doku (Man City)
- Woltemade (Newcastle)
Confidence Levels:
- ✅ Manchester City Win – 70%
- 🔸 Draw – 20%
- ⚠️ Newcastle Win – 10%
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Betting Insights by E2BET – Newcastle vs Man City
- ✅ Match Result: Manchester City Win
- ✅ Both Teams to Score: Yes
- ✅ Total Goals: Over 2.5
- ✅ Anytime Scorer: Erling Haaland
FAQs – Newcastle vs Man City
1.When will Newcastle vs Man City be played?
Sunday, November 23, 2025 – 11:00 PM at St. James’ Park.
2.What competition is this part of?
Premier League 2025/26 – Matchweek 12.
3.Who is in better form?
Manchester City are in significantly better form with four straight wins.
4.What’s the predicted scoreline?
Manchester City 3–1 Newcastle United.
5.What are the best betting tips?
City to win, Over 2.5 goals, and Haaland to score anytime.
