Newcastle v Everton

Two teams chasing European qualification meet in a fascinating clash. Just 1 point separates the sides, will either side grab the win?

Newcastle v Everton St James Park 16:00 CET

Team News:

Newcastle miss Miley, Krafth, Schar, Livramento and Guimaraes. Jacob Ramsey should be fit after missing the last match.

Greaslish and Alcaraz are the only missing men for The Blues.

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Formations:

4-2-3-1 for Newcastle who look much better with Gordon as the front man.  Woltermade looks more dangerous behind the striker.

4-2-3-1 the go to for Everton this season. Tight defensive unit with the midfield not too far away from the defence. Everton break quickly with wingers Dewsbury Hall and Ndiaye stand out attackers.

Statistics:

Referee: Stuart Atwell (Average cards 3.47 Yellow 0.09 Red)

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Match Preview:

Newcastle are in 11^th place but are only 4 points behind the European places. Champions League spots are 9 points away though. Home form is good with 7 wins from 13 games. Recent all competitions form is good with 4 wins and 1 loss from the last 5.

Everton are in 9^th place just 1 point above the home side. Away form is good for Everton who seem a better side on the road. They have 6 wins on their travels and only league leaders Arsenal have won more. Recent form is mixed with 2 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses.

Betting Preview:

Newcastle have played 7 fixtures to Everton’s 3 so far in February. They made in through to the FA Cup and will face Barcelona in the Champions League. Fixtures are piling up and they are losing a few players to injury. Take the draw or both teams to score as the better options.