Manchester City face Newcastle tonight in a big game at the Etihad Stadium.
City kicked of the season with a 3-0 win against Burnley at Turf Moor but this will be a real early test for Pep Guardiola’s side.
Newcastle thrashed Aston Villa 5-1 and will be out to make a statement against the champions.
Here’s all you need to know ahead of Saturday’s game…
Date, kick-off time and venue
Man City vs Newcastle is scheduled for an 8pm BST kick-off time on Saturday 19 August, 2023.
The Etihad Stadium in Manchester will host.
Where to watch Man City vs Newcastle
TV channel: The game will be broadcast on TNT Sports and TNT Sports Ultimate.
Live stream: Subscribers will be able to watch on a live stream via the TNT Sports app.
Man City vs Newcastle team news
Kevin De Bruyne has been ruled out for City and will face up to four months on the sidelines with a fresh hamstring injury.
John Stones returned from a hip injury in midweek but a fresh muscle issue keeps him out, but Ruben Dias should be fit after concussion.
For Newcastle, Joe Willock is ruled out until mid-September after an injury picked up in pre-season.
Man City vs Newcastle prediction
City don’t always start the season particularly well but beating them at home is some ask for any team. So far, they’ve held off Newcastle even despite all their improvement.
Man City to win 2-1.
Head to head (h2h) history and results
Manchester City wins: 75
Draws: 41
Newcastle wins: 72
Man City vs Newcastle latest odds
Manchester City to win: 8/13
Draw: 11/5
Newcastle to win: 10/3
