Newcastle – Arsenal, Premier League – Prediction

Newcastle will play aggressively.

“The Magpies” are an extremely aggressive and energetic team in front of their home crowd. They often feed off the energy from the stands, especially in matches against top sides, as is the case here. However, the team has shown some inconsistencies since Isak’s departure and is not as dangerous in attack as before. Their new striker, Voltemade, is still adapting to the pace of the Premier League and hasn’t reached the required level, while the other forward option, Joan Vissa, is still injured. Newcastle prefers to play with a mid-block and engages sharply in every duel.

Arsenal will approach cautiously.

Arsenal lost three times to Newcastle last season and will certainly be extremely cautious here, aware of what “The Magpies” are capable of. Arsenal is known for its solid defensive play and for approaching closely contested clashes like this with caution. Arteta is often even criticized for this approach. Traditionally, we expect “The Gunners” to rely on set-pieces and focus on making the most of them.

We can expect a closely contested clash.

Two teams that are currently the best defensively in the league, based on expected goals conceded statistics. The match is important, and both sides have Champions League fixtures in a few days, so they will likely keep that in mind. We expect a closely fought battle with few goals.