Newcastle United vs Southampton Prediction - English Premier League Picks 8/17/24

-A summary that ties it all together and produces a favorable betting outcome for today’s game between Newcastle United and Southampton. 

Newcastle Betting Preview

Newcastle needs to get their season out to a fast start and they need to find success in this game. In the leadup to this game, Newcastle won straight games in friendlies. Two games ago against Girona they won 4-0 and in the last game against Brest they were able to secure the 1-0 victory. Last season, Newcastle United had all kind of injury issues and if this early season is any indication, it might be the same. Sven Botman, Jamaal Lascelles, Callum Wilson, Lewis Miley, and Matt Targett are all dealing with injuries and won’t be able to go in this game. Target is expected to be out until January at least. Fabian Schar is dealing with a twisted ankle but the hope is he will be able to go here. 

Southampton Betting Preview

Southampton hasn’t been exactly dominant in the leadup to this game. Two games ago against Lazio they played to a 1-1 draw and in the last game against Getafe they played to a 0-0 draw. Southampton is dealing with less injuries but there are a couple of key ones that could have an impact on this game. Gavin Bazunu is dealing with an Achilles injury, and the goalkeeper is expected to be out a while longer. Alex McCarthy is expected to start in goal and they are going to need a ton of success out of him. 

Newcastle United vs Southampton Prediction

Southampton is dealing with their backup goalie here, and their backup goalie is not going to have a whole lot of success. This Newcastle United offense is talented, even with the injuries and that will be the difference here. The Southampton defense going to give up at least three goals here, and this game will be a comfortable victory by Newcastle United. Back Newcastle United -1.5.