Newcastle vs Fulham Prediction & Betting Tips (17 December)

Last year, Newcastle created a surprise by winning this League Cup. Eddie Howe's men intend to sell their skin dearly to retain the title this season. In previous rounds, they were able to count on the fervent support of Saint James Park to dismiss Bradford City 4-1 and Tottenham 2-0. The Magpies, however, are behind on their league table. They are currently 12th in the Premier League and concede 4 units of spending on the last European folding seat. After going 4 games without a setback, 3 wins and 1 draw, Newcastle suffered a setback in the derby at Sunderland last weekend 1-0.

Rather spared by the draw until now, Fulham overcame Bristol City 2-0, Cambridge United 1-0 and Wycombe 1-1, qualifying following penalties in the previous rounds of the League Cup. This trip to the title holder is a difficult meeting to negotiate. The London team now occupies 13th place in the Premier League, 6 points behind the last European side and 7 ahead of the first relegation place. More consistent in recent weeks, the Cottagers have pocketed 4 victories in the last 7 days, for 3 defeats. After losing to Manchester City 4-5 and Crystal Palace 1-2, they won at relegated Burnley last weekend 2-3. 

For Newcastle, we must mention the withdrawals of the starting goalkeeper Pope, the important defenders Trippier and Botman but also the replacements Krafth (back) and Osula (attacker). This is also the case for senior defender Burn, who was injured against Sunderland. Last weekend, the attacking trio consisted of Gordon (2 goals in PL), Elanga (1 assist in PL) and Woltemade (5 goals in PL). The other attackers Barnes (3 goals in PL), Murphy (2 goals in PL) and Wissa could take advantage of this meeting to gain playing time. On the Fulham side, left side Sessegnon and potentially starting attacker Rodrigo Muniz are missing, injured. In addition, replacement Asare is not guaranteed to be able to apply.

Decisive 3 times last weekend, winger Wilson (5 goals and 3 assists in the PL) is the Cottagers' man in form. Attacking midfielder Smith Rowe (3 goals in PL) and winger Chukwueze (2 goals and 4 assists in PL) are also available. To see if the Fulham coach decides to spare certain executives. In this case, the offensive players Kevin, King and Traoré could start. 

• Summary: Newcastle United is going head to head with Fulham starting on 17 Dec 2025 at 20:15 UTC at St James' Park stadium, Newcastle upon Tyne city, England. The match is a part of the EFL Cup .
• Referee: Darren England
• Newcastle Feedinco Rating: 7.36
• Fulham Feedinco Rating: 7.00