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Preview & Prediction: Newcastle United vs Leeds United

The Premier League season begins on Saturday with relegation-threatened Leeds United hosting Champions League-chasing Newcastle at Elland Road. Both teams will be hoping to get back on track following losses in their last matches.

A tense day of Premier League activity on Monday has added to the strain on Leeds United, who head into their home game in the bottom three of the Premier League standings. They might climb out of the relegation zone with a win at Elland Road, since they are only two points below Everton in 17th place.

Newcastle will also be under pressure this weekend, since their place in the Champions League is far from certain. Eddie Howe’s team leads Liverpool by three points going into this match, although they have lost two of their previous five games. Manchester United might leapfrog Newcastle this weekend if they fail to win at Elland Road.

Based on the recent statistics and analysis, we predict that Newcastle United FC will win their upcoming match against Leeds United FC. Newcastle has a better away record compared to Leeds’ recent home form, and their past head-to-head encounters have shown a higher chance of BTTS. Newcastle United has also been performing better overall this season with more points on average in their away matches. Therefore, Newcastle United FC is expected to come out on top with a scoreline of 2-1.

Key Statistics:

– Leeds United has won two matches against Newcastle United in their previous eight meetings.
– Newcastle United has won three matches against Leeds United in their previous eight meetings.
– Three of the previous eight matches between Leeds United and Newcastle United ended in a draw.
– Leeds United is not performing well in their home matches, with an average of 1.24 Points Per Game.
– Newcastle United is performing well in their away matches, with an average of 1.76 Points Per Game.
– On average, matches between Leeds United and Newcastle United have had 2.38 goals.
– Both teams have scored in 50% of the previous matches between Leeds United and Newcastle United.
– In their last meeting, Newcastle United won 2-0 against Leeds United.

Possible events in the clash between Leeds United FC and Newcastle United FC:

– Both teams are strong in attacking set pieces and aerial duels, so there could be goals scored from corners or free-kicks.
– Leeds United may struggle to keep possession against Newcastle’s strong pressing game, which could result in counter-attacks for the away team.
– Newcastle’s ability to create chances through individual skill could lead to individual moments of brilliance and goals being scored from long shots or through balls.
– Leeds United’s aggressive play style and tendency to play with width could leave them vulnerable to Newcastle’s counter-attacks and quick transitions.
– Defending set pieces is a strength for both teams, so neither may be able to capitalize on these opportunities.
– Newcastle’s consistent first eleven and non-aggressive play style could make them difficult to break down and result in a tightly contested game.

Newcastle are highly likely to score through individual skill. There’s also a good chance they will score from a direct freekick, a through ball, and a fast break situation. However, they are also likely to stray offside frequently.

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