Newcastle United vs West Brom is a Carabao Cup second-round tie at St James’ Park on Wednesday at 7.45pm, with the Premier League hosts strong favourites against Championship opposition.
Newcastle welcome a West Brom side from the division below, and the gulf in class is reflected in the odds. Anthony Eadson has the best bets, a score prediction and the head-to-head record below.
Premium Tips
Anthony Eadson is with Newcastle, who should have far too much for West Brom even in a rotated line-up.
| Premium Tip | Odds | Why we’re backing it |
|---|---|---|
| Newcastle United to win | 9/5 | Newcastle’s Premier League quality and squad depth should give them the edge despite any rotation at St James’ Park. The Magpies held Liverpool to a 2-2 draw on Sunday, while West Brom arrive after beating Burnley 3-1 but face a significant step up in class. With Newcastle also unbeaten in their last three meetings with the Baggies, back the hosts to win and both teams to score. |
| Over 2.5 goals | 8/15 | Newcastle have plenty of attacking quality at St James’ Park, while West Brom have already scored seven goals across their opening three competitive games. The Magpies could rotate their side, but that may create an open contest, with both teams likely to commit players forward. Newcastle’s last five competitive games have produced 19 goals combined, while West Brom have seen 11 in their three matches this season. With both sides carrying genuine attacking threat, back Over 2.5 Goals. |
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How Newcastle United go into the game
Newcastle host the tie as heavy favourites, using the competition to give fringe players minutes. St James’ Park remains a formidable venue and few Championship sides leave with a result.
Even a much-changed Newcastle side carries Premier League quality throughout. Progression is the clear expectation, ideally without over-exerting key men.
How West Bromwich Albion go into the game
West Brom arrive from the Championship with little to lose and a free swing at a big scalp. The cup offers their squad players a run-out against elite opposition.
The Baggies are well-organised and will look to frustrate, but the class gap is stark. Keeping the score respectable and nicking a goal would represent a decent night.
Newcastle United vs West Bromwich Albion head-to-head
| Date | Home | Score | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/03/21 | West Brom | 0-0 | Newcastle |
| 12/12/20 | Newcastle | 2-1 | West Brom |
| 03/03/20 | West Brom | 2-3 | Newcastle |
| 28/04/18 | Newcastle | 0-1 | West Brom |
| 28/11/17 | West Brom | 2-2 | Newcastle |
These sides have not met since 2021, with Newcastle winning two of the last five meetings and the Magpies unbeaten in the two most recent.
Newcastle United vs West Bromwich Albion predictions & betting tips
| Our Prediction | Odds & Bookmaker | Confidence | Why We’re Backing It |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newcastle United to win | 3/10 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Premier League class at a fortress home. |
| Newcastle or draw (Double Chance) | 1/13 | ⭐⭐⭐ | Banker-style cover on the Magpies. |
| Over 2.5 goals | 8/15 | ⭐⭐⭐ | Newcastle attack in numbers at home. |
| Both teams to score | 4/5 | ⭐⭐ | West Brom may grab a consolation. |
| Newcastle United to win 2-1 | 7/1 | ⭐⭐ | Headline scoreline. |
Newcastle United vs West Bromwich Albion score prediction
West Brom will dig in and may even find the net, but Newcastle have far too much quality across the pitch. Expect the Magpies to control the tie and progress with something to spare. Score prediction: Newcastle United 2-1 West Bromwich Albion.
