Newcastle United have yet to win a trophy under their new ownership, the Saudi Arabian consortium that took over the club in 2021. This group has big and I mean BIG money behind them. However, thus far they have not been able to "pull a Roman Abramovich," and by that we mean essentially buy titles, like the Russian oligarch did at Chelsea. Or like the Abu Dhabi led consortium … [Read more...] about Newcastle United Starting XI Prediction vs Arsenal
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Arsenal FC Starting XI Prediction at Newcastle (EFL Cup Semifinals)
Arsenal FC head to Newcastle United on Wednesday for the second of their two-legged League Cup semifinal tie. While Mikel Arteta and his men will indeed play to win, we just don't think they'll go over-the-top all out in doing so. The Gunners are the only team that has a realistic chance of catching Liverpool at the top of the Premier League table, and after competing for the … [Read more...] about Arsenal FC Starting XI Prediction at Newcastle (EFL Cup Semifinals)
Arsenal FC at Newcastle United Team News (EFL Cup Semifinals)
Newcastle United have to like their chances of getting a trophy in the EFL/League/Carabao Cup. They have a 2-0 lead over Arsenal FC on aggregate from the road leg, and it means that they can play somewhat loose and relaxed here in midweek. Actually, it might even be best for both sides if Newcastle marches on, eliminating the Gunners in the process. … [Read more...] about Arsenal FC at Newcastle United Team News (EFL Cup Semifinals)
Liverpool Starting XI Prediction at Tottenham Hotspur (League Cup Semifinals)
Liverpool FC played Manchester United to a 2-2 draw yesterday, and that was your classic "tie that feels like a win for one side, a loss for the other." If you clicked here, then you probably follow the league and sport enough that you already who felt like winners, and who felt like losers. Now Liverpool will look to take their frustrations out on Tottenham Hotspur in the … [Read more...] about Liverpool Starting XI Prediction at Tottenham Hotspur (League Cup Semifinals)
Liverpool at Tottenham Team News: Szoboszlai, Forster, Dragusin, Gray
Liverpool have a pretty empty training room right now, with Joe Gomez (thigh) the only confirmed injury absentee. However, midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai missed the 2-2 draw with Manchester United today due to an unspecified virus. Hence he's a doubt for Wednesday's League Cup clash with Tottenham. On the other side, Spurs boss Ange Postecoglu has now added the likes of Fraser … [Read more...] about Liverpool at Tottenham Team News: Szoboszlai, Forster, Dragusin, Gray
Newcastle United Starting XI Prediction, Team News vs Brentford FC
Newcastle United goalkeeper Nick Pope suffered a knee injury that will sideline him for a few weeks. Once again Pope must endure a season in which injury severely limits his participation. The same can be said for Callum Wilson. Or to quote former member of The Beatles George Harrison, back when he appeared on The Simpsons in the 1990s: "it's been done." … [Read more...] about Newcastle United Starting XI Prediction, Team News vs Brentford FC
Tottenham Hotspur Starting XI Prediction vs Manchester City (EFL Cup)
Tottenham Hotspur hosts Manchester City in what is obviously the headliner tie of the EFL Cup round of 16. Both of these clubs got a bye into the third round of the competition, with Spurs besting Coventry 2-1 and Man City beating Watford by the same score. A spot in the final eight of this tournament is on the line here, but I am not sure that either side would be totally … [Read more...] about Tottenham Hotspur Starting XI Prediction vs Manchester City (EFL Cup)
Newcastle United Starting XI Prediction at AFC Wimbledon (EFL Cup)
Newcastle United are going to old London town, most specifically Plough Lane (a venue that also has a corporate name too), to take on AFC Wimbledon. This third round League Cup affair is going to mark a very stark contrast between one ultra-rich club in Newcastle, who have a giant state-of-the-art corporate money-fueled home stadium, and some League Two (fourth tier in the … [Read more...] about Newcastle United Starting XI Prediction at AFC Wimbledon (EFL Cup)
Newcastle Team News at AFC Wimbledon: Matt Targett, Alexander Isak, Callum Wilson
Whenever you tie the juggernaut that is Manchester City, it has to feel like a win. And for Newcastle United, this weekend must have the victory vibes. Especially so considering that they were without one of their most important overall players in Alexander Isak. They were also missing several other important contributors as well, like Matt Targett, Callum Wilson and … [Read more...] about Newcastle Team News at AFC Wimbledon: Matt Targett, Alexander Isak, Callum Wilson
Newcastle United Starting XI Prediction at AFC Wimbledon
Newcastle United are headed to London town, specifically Plough Lane, to take on AFC Wimbledon in the EFL Cup's third round. It's going to be a fun contrast to see a big money club like Newcastle, who have a giant home stadium, take on the League Two (fourth tier) minnows in Wimbledon. And they'll do so at a ground that only seats about 9,000. … [Read more...] about Newcastle United Starting XI Prediction at AFC Wimbledon