Newcastle vs Manchester City Prediction EFL Cup 13.01.2026
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Newcastle vs Manchester City Prediction EFL Cup
Newcastle vs Manchester City Prediction and Betting Tips for the EFL Cup semi-final first leg, scheduled for Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at 20:00 GMT. The match will be broadcast live on ITV 1 and NOW TV from St. James’ Park in Newcastle. The Magpies enter this clash looking to defend their crown, while the visitors hope to reclaim a trophy they dominated for years. In this article, you will discover EFL Cup Predictions from XpertStats tipsters.
- Newcastle United maintain a perfect one hundred percent winning record in all previous semi final ties.
- Manchester City aim to reclaim the trophy after dominating with four consecutive wins years ago.
- Eddie Howe’s side enters this clash following a dramatic penalty shootout victory over Bournemouth recently.
- Pep Guardiola’s men arrive fresh from a historic ten goal victory against Exeter City last weekend.
- The Magpies are currently suffering a defensive crisis with Fabian Schar and Dan Burn ruled out.
- The Citizens have progressed from their last six semi final ties and won the trophy each time.
Pep Guardiola has emphasized player safety ahead of Manchester City’s Carabao Cup semi-final against Newcastle, confirming his squad will avoid risks regarding "minor niggles." Following a historic 10-1 victory over Exeter, the manager shifted focus to team growth rather than trophies. Guardiola also praised the intensity of St James' Park, noting that Eddie Howe’s side presents a challenge as formidable as any elite rival.
| GK | Ramsdale |
| DF | L. Miley, Thiaw, Botman, Hall |
| MF | Tonali, Guimaraes Gordon, Woltemade, Barnes |
| FW | Wissa |
| OUT |
A. Elanga(QUES),
D. Burn(OUT),
E. Krafth(OUT),
F. Schar(OUT),
J. Lascelles(OUT),
W. Osula(OUT),
V. Livramento(OUT)
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| GK | Trafford |
| DF | M. Nunes, Khusanov, Alleyne, O'Reilly |
| MF | Gonzalez Cherki, Foden, Reijnders, Doku |
| FW | Haaland |
| OUT |
J. Stones(OUT),
J. Gvardiol(OUT),
M. Kovacic(OUT),
R. Dias(OUT),
Savinho(OUT),
Bobb(OUT)
|
We are backing Both Teams to Score in this clash because neither side can rely on their usual defensive solidity right now. Newcastle United are in the midst of a genuine crisis at the back, with Fabian Schar joining Dan Burn on the sidelines. It is very difficult to see them keeping a clean sheet against a Manchester City side that just scored ten goals in a single game. However, City have their own problems. Pep Guardiola is missing his key defensive leaders in Ruben Dias and John Stones. That vulnerability was evident during their recent run of draws in the Premier League. Newcastle have scored late goals for fun recently, netting four against Leeds and finding the net in their last nine cup ties. St James' Park will be rocking, and we expect the Magpies to breach a depleted City backline at least once on Tuesday.
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FAQ – Newcastle vs Manchester City Prediction
Who is the favourite to win between Newcastle and Manchester City?
Manchester City are slight favourites due to their squad depth, but Newcastle's home advantage and status as holders level the playing field significantly.
Where can I watch Newcastle vs Manchester City live?
The Newcastle vs Manchester City EFL Cup match will be broadcast live on ITV 1 and NOW TV.
What time does Newcastle vs Manchester City start?
Kick-off is scheduled for 20:00 (GMT) on Tuesday, January 13, 2026.
