The Premier League champions have an excellent record against the Magpies and are expected to maintain that this weekend
Manchester City can preserve their place at the top of the Premier League on Sunday with a win against Newcastle. The two teams are unbeaten as they go head-to-head at St James’ Park, with City two points clear of their opponents.
The reigning champions have a perfect record, having beaten West Ham in their opening match before smashing four past Bournemouth last week, while Newcastle followed up their win over Nottingham Forest with a draw against Brighton.
Newcastle vs Manchester City latest odds
Manchester City are the clear favourites to get the three points against Newcastle, with bet365 offering 4/11 (1.36) for Pep Guardiola’s men to win.
The home team are seen as outsiders at odds of 13/2 (7.5) and the draw at 15/4 (4.75).
Newcastle vs Manchester City first goal scorer
Erling Haaland impressed in his first Premier League match but drew a blank in the clash against Bournemouth. Nevertheless, he is the favourite to get the game’s first goal at odds of 5/2 (3.5). Fellow City striker Julian Alvarez is priced at 9/2 (5.5).
Newcastle’s Callum Wilson opened his account for the season in the opener against Nottingham Forest and is set at 10/1 (11.0) to strike first, while Chris Wood is priced at 12/1 (13.0) .
Newcastle vs Manchester City preview
Matt Targett may be back in the Newcastle squad for this game, while Ryan Fraser is expected to be available after suffering a back spasm that forced him to miss the match against Brighton.
Manchester City’s new full-back Sergio Gomez is in the squad, while Kalvin Phillips and Cole Palmer are back for the visitors.
City have a strong record against the Magpies in recent years.
They have won the last five meetings between these two teams and have found the net at least four times in each of the past three clashes.
Newcastle vs Manchester City tips and predictions
Man City are expected to maintain their positive record against Newcastle with another dominant display, so backing them with a -1 handicap at odds of 1/1 (2.0) may be a smart bet.
Odds correct at the time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.
