Newcastle v Liverpool Betting Tips [18 February 2023]
Football - Premier League
18 February 2023 12:30
The match
Matchday 24 in the English Premier League sees struggling Liverpool heading up north to take on top-four hopefuls Newcastle at St. James’ Park. Liverpool were finally able to get a win on the board in the Premier League after shockingly going four matches without a win and picking up only one point during that time. The Reds ran out 2-0 victors against local rivals Everton at Anfield in the last outing and will be hoping that the positive momentum can carry over into this matchup against high-flying Newcastle. Liverpool are languishing in mid-table in what is a disastrous league season after falling just one point short in the 2021/22 Premier League campaign to Manchester City for the league title. Liverpool are currently in ninth-place with a total of 32 points and trail the top four by a total of nine points but have a game in hand advantage.
Newcastle are well ahead of schedule after recently becoming the richest club in the world following their purchase by the PIF. While fans may have been aiming for a Europa or Conference League berth as the target for the season, they’ll now be readjusting their sights towards the Champions League as the Magpies look to have a real shot at qualifying for UEFA’s premier competition. Newcastle sit fourth in the standings with 10 wins, 11 draws and only one defeat in their 22 league matches for a total of 41 points. They hold a two point lead over fifth-place Spurs which could turn into a five point buffer given that they have a game in hand. Newcastle have not lost in the Premier League since August of 2022 but will be desperate to get back to winning ways after a stretch of three straight draws and five draws from their last six league matches. Their last result was a 1-1 away point against 19th-place Bournemouth.
Key Statistics
- Despite a dreadful away record, Liverpool are at least still putting up strong underlying numbers on their travels. The Reds are averaging 1.98 expected goals for and 1.57 expected goals against in away matches this season.
- Liverpool haven’t lost to Newcastle in eight years, boasting a 12 match unbeaten run against them as well as three consecutive wins.
- The Magpies have now conceded in three straight matches across all competitions.
- Liverpool have won three from three in matches following a win after a winless streak in the Premier League this season.
The bet of our experts
This is an important match for both sides as each team is in desperate need of the three points here. Newcastle will want to snap out of a recent string of draws with a statement victory at home while Liverpool need to take all of the points to keep their faint top four hopes alive. Liverpool are still a quality side with world-class players despite their hugely disappointing season so far. At this price, there is a fair bit of value in backing the Reds as the underdogs here with the insurance of a bet refund should the match end in a stalemate. Our Newcastle vs Liverpool prediction: Liverpool draw no bet
