Leeds United v Newcastle United

Leeds host Newcastle in the Saturday lunchtime kick off and it’s set to be a thoroughly entertaining affair. The stakes are huge for both sides, as Newcastle look to secure a Champions League spot for the first time since 2002/03. Whilst their opponents, Leeds, battle the dreaded drop and hope to confirm their Premier League status once again. 

Bounce back ability is the key here as Newcastle were beaten by title challengers Arsenal in a thriller at St James Park last weekend. VAR was up to its old tricks again and if Newcastle were awarded a penalty in the early stages of that one there may have been a different outcome.

The home team, Leeds, gave a decent account of themselves away at Manchester City. They were narrowly defeated, losing by two goals to one. Super Big Sam is back in the dugout and there’s always drama when Mr Allardyce is in the building, so, expect the unexpected.

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Big Sam is back to beat the drop

There’s no better sight than seeing Sam Allardyce back in a Premier League dugout. Big Sam provides excellent entertainment but it’s serious stuff this weekend as Leeds fight for their survival. 

Leeds will take heart from their previous match against Manchester City. A dogged performance meant they were only edged out by a single goal and they can take numerous positives going into this one.

They are a team on a poor run of form though and have been beaten on five out of their last six Premier League outings. The gaffer will be hoping to tighten things up in defence, something he’s well renowned for. 

Leeds defence has undoubtedly been the downfall in recent times as they’ve conceded a staggering 29 goals in their last 10 league games. Now up against Newcastle, one of the most prolific teams in attack, it could be a tough afternoon for the home side.

Rodrigo is the go to man for goals in this Leeds side and the Brazilian has been on the scoresheet 12 times this campaign. The striker is averaging 0.89 shots on target per game and after scoring last weekend, another goal might not be too far away.

Weston McKennie and Marc Roca are predicted to be the central midfield partnership here against Newcastle. The pair certainly aren’t shy of sticking their foot in and both have 7 yellow cards each to their name this season. The pair also average well over 1 foul per game too and they certainly could be considered in a bet builder for either a booking or fouls committed.

Leeds United Team News

All eyes are on the goalkeeping department at Leeds once again. Allardyce is set to continue with Joel Robles in the sticks ahead of the dropped, Ilian Meslier. 

Tyler Adams, Liam Cooper, Luis Sinisterra and Stuart Dallas all remain sidelined for this encounter but a huge plus is having Max Wober back. The Austrian returned against Manchester City last time out and is expected to start once more. The defensive statistics are much better when the central defender has been in the starting XI. Leeds may be a tougher nut to crack than most are envisaging.

Jack Harrison has been a mainstay in the Leeds line up and is ready to go from a wide midfield position once more. It’s eleven goal contributions (G+A) that have been racked up by the Englishman this season. So, a consideration could be the ‘to score or assist’ betting market, especially if looking at a selection in a bet builder.

Toon on the March to European Dream

Eddie Howe’s men are just a few games away from grasping a dream Champions League spot. They’re riding high in 3^rd position as things stand and a top four finish will confirm CL qualification.

It’s been a whirlwind season for the Magpies and they're on an excellent run of form. A massive 24 points have been picked up from a possible 30 in the last ten PL games. A serious amount of goals have been flying in too. It’s an average of 2.6 GpG within this time and now facing a shaky Leeds defence, goals can be expected once again. 

The deadly duo of Alexander Isak and Callum Wilson have been lethal in attack. Since the international break in March, the pair have a combined total of 12 goals between them! That equates to 1.5 goals scored every single match, an excellent return. The pair could well be set for starts once again having both started in the same XI for the first time last weekend.

Newcastle United Team News

It’s tough to second guess Eddie Howe this weekend as he’s blessed with such talent in attack. Allan Saint-Maximin returned against Arsenal last time out, after gaining some valuable minutes in the second half. Jacob Murphy is also in the form of his life and could be given the nod ahead of Miguel Almiron. Both Alexander Isak and Callum Wilson are in fabulous form and may both start for only the second time together this season. 

Sean Longstaff is ruled out and there’s no date to signal his return. Jamaal Lascelles also misses out due to a calf injury and may not be seen again this season.

Whoever Newcastle decide to start with from the off, there’s every reason to predict it’ll be another strong performance.

Leeds United v Newcastle United Cheat Sheet

Adam Forshaw looks to be a great value play for fouls, committing the second-most Leeds fouls of anyone, as he will be directly opposite Bruno Guimaraes who draws more fouls than any Newcastle player.

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Alexander Isak looks good for shots, but watch out for his minutes, if Callum Wilson does not also start, he is likely to be replaced around the 60-70 minute mark, which may limit his opportunities to score or get shots on target, especially if Leeds are able to keep the game tight.

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