Newcastle-Southampton

The upcoming clash between Newcastle and Southampton appears to be tilted in favor of the home side. Newcastle has shown a solid form in their recent matches, with notable victories against Brest, Girona, and Urawa Reds. Their defense looks particularly robust, which might make things difficult for Southampton’s attack. Additionally, Newcastle’s attacking prowess is evident as they managed to score multiple goals in their recent fixtures.

Southampton, on the other hand, has had mixed results in their recent outings. They secured a hard-fought draw against Lazio and a victory over Millwall but struggled against teams like Oxford United. Their inconsistency, especially in defense, could be exploited by Newcastle’s in-form attack.

Historically, the head-to-head encounters favor Newcastle, with Southampton being able to put up a fight but ultimately falling short. Both teams have scored in several of their past meetings, suggesting that while Newcastle may secure the win, Southampton has the potential to find the net.

Considering the recent form and historical trends, this match is likely to see both teams scoring. Moreover, the attacking capabilities of Newcastle and the defensive vulnerabilities of Southampton suggest that the total goals might exceed 2.5 in this encounter.