Newcastle and Norwich will be desperate for points this coming Tuesday, as both are very eager to escape their current disappointing position. The question is, whether either team has the guts to go all-out in pursuit of an important win, or a cautious draw is on the cards? Ranked as number 20 Newcastle have scraped together 6 points from 13 matches. With 9 points, Norwich earned themselves a place as number 19 in the Premier League following 13 encounters.
Although entering the match as outsiders, Norwich will be keen on keeping their recent momentum as unbeaten in the Premier League going. While in for a tough assignment at St James' Park, current form offers hope for the visitors of coming away with a point.
Newcastle go into their next Premier League match, averaging a humble 1.1 goals per game in their last 10 matches. They scored a mundane total of 11 goals, while also conceding 21 goals. That amounts to an average of 2.1 per game, in which they kept their opponents from scoring 0 times.
Norwich travel to their next Premier League match, averaging a lowly 0.6 goals per game in their last 10 matches. They scored a disappointing total of 6 goals, while also conceding 17 goals. That amounts to an average of 1.7 per game, in which they kept their opponents from scoring 3 times.
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Stats and facts for Newcastle and Norwich.
- Newcastle did not win the last 13 matches in a row;
- Newcastle did not win the last 6 matches in a row at home;
- Newcastle conceded in the last 22 of 24 matches;
- Newcastle conceded the last 13 matches in a row.
- Norwich unbeaten the last 3 matches in a row;
- Total goals was OVER 2.5 in Norwich's last 4 of 6 matches;
- Norwich conceded in the last 4 of 6 matches.
Current form — Newcastle v. Norwich
Newcastle struggling for results
Newcastle will enter the match hoping to see the back of some rather disappointing results in recent matches. It is not all bad, but it is not fantastic either for Newcastle right now, with just 2 points from their last 3 matches. They first drew 1-1 against Brighton, followed by another draw. This time 3-3 against Brentford, before going down in a 2-0 defeat against Arsenal.
Norwich hoping for more
Norwich look to build on their current momentum with another positive result. Norwich look well suited to take on any opponent at the moment, as their last 3 matches saw them gaining 7 points. They ran out 1-2 and 2-1 winners against Brentford and Southampton, respectively. Their winning streak came to an end against Wolves, who claimed a point in a 0-0 draw.
Form on both sides make this seem like a relatively equal contest on paper. Newcastle have grabbed the role as fairly big favourites, though, with the bookies offering odds of 1.90 for a win. Should your betting strategy prefer a higher price, the odds for an away win are 3.80. Adding a draw to the accumulator will get you odds 3.75.
Newcastle v. Norwich — fixture history
Newcastle and Norwich had to settle for a point each in their most recent Premier League match, which finished with a 0-0 scoreline. The Magpies have been able to win 40% of their last 10 encounters against upcoming Norwich in the Premier League. In other words, they have a 4-3-3 recent record, with the latter winning 30% of the matches.
Current table in the Premier League
Looking at the current Premier League standings, Newcastle and Norwich are currently 3 points and 1 places apart. Newcastle will no doubt attempt to grab all three points from Norwich on Tuesday to move further up the league table. Despite being the outsider in this clash, Norwich will try to make this a miserable day for their opponents. The result of this game could have a big impact on both teams in their upcoming matches. There is every reason to zoom in on the clash between Newcastle and Norwich.
Primary goal getter
Looking at the goalscorer market, it would seem a good idea to side with Callum Wilson. He is one of The Magpies players, who is showing decent form right now. He managed to find the back of the net 2 times in his most recent outing. Surely, he will want to add more goals against Norwich.
The visitors will be looking to in-form Teemu Pukki to find the net once again, as he has been their main man recently. Teemu Pukki netted 2 goals for Norwich in their latest matches.