Newcastle is on the verge of a historic moment as they prepare to host PSG in front of their home crowd for the first time in three decades. The occasion promises to be a celebration of pride and glamour, possibly influencing their style of play tonight. Adding to the excitement, they enter the match on a high note, with three consecutive victories, including a remarkable Carabao Cup win over Manchester City.
Their previous UCL match in Milan was marred by missed opportunities and a hostile atmosphere. However, they seem to have found their form since then. Facing a PSG team brimming with attacking talent, Newcastle knows they face a tough challenge. Despite PSG coming off a goalless draw, Luis Enrique’s squad is eager to disrupt the festivities at St. James Park.
PSG is well aware of Newcastle’s high confidence levels, but they are determined to bounce back to winning ways and pose a challenge for the Premier League side. Their recent visit to Clement Foot saw them struggle to find the back of the net, and they missed the opportunity to claim the top spot in the table.
Form
Newcastle: WWWDWL
PSG : DWWLWW
Team news
Newcastle have a complete squad except for some problems with a few of their players whom they will be missing in this pivotal clash. Harvey Barnes, Sven Botman, and Joe Willock all miss out. Although Howe is confident of a quick return, Joelinton left the pitch in the 68th minute against Burnley and is unlikely to feature in this one, alongside Callum Wilson whose hamstring might be a problem.
As for the visiting side, Nuno Mendes has been cleared for unavailability till 2024 and will join the likes of Marco Asensio, Presnel Kimpembe, and Sergio Rico on the sick beds. Kylian Mbappe played the entire minutes at Clement Foot and will be heavily relied upon again with the rest of the squad firing up behind him.
Predictions
Newcastle will love to extend their 5-match unbeaten streak and doing that on their home soil will be very admirable. They can score goals well with their flawless attacking football. PSG haven’t found their feet in Ligue 1 but seem hungrier in the UCL. They comfortably beat Dortmund in the opening match and will look to stay atop once more.
It might end in a draw.
Newcastle 2 PSG 2
