Premier League 2018-19 – Newcastle vs Burnley Preview & Prediction
THE FACTS
When does Newcastle vs Burnley kick off? Tuesday 26th February, 20:00 (UK)
Where is Newcastle vs Burnley being played? St. James' Park
What television channel is Newcastle vs Burnley on in the UK? BT Sport 1
Where can I stream Newcastle vs Burnley in the UK? BT Sport subscribers can stream the match online via the BT Sport website
Where can I get tickets for Newcastle vs Burnley?
Newcastle – https://book.nufc.co.uk/en-GB/categories/Home%20Tickets
Burnley – https://www.burnleyfootballclub.com/tickets/away-tickets/
HEAD-TO-HEAD
Last six meetings: Newcastle W1, Burnley W2, D3
All-time meetings: Newcastle W42, Burnley W42, D20
THE TEAM NEWS
NEWCASTLE
Predicted line-up (3-4-2-1): Dubravka; Lejeune, Lascelles, Schar; Yedlin, Longstaff, Hayden, Ritchie; Perez, Almiron; Rondon
Unavailable: Clark (Injured), Elliot (Injured)
Doubtful: Shelvey (Injured)
BURNLEY
Predicted line-up (4-4-2): Heaton; Bardsley, Tarkowski, Mee, Taylor; Hendrick, Cork, Westwood, McNeil; Barnes, Wood
Unavailable: Walters (Injured), Lennon (Injured), Defour (Injured)
Doubtful:
THE PREDICTION
Both of these teams are enjoying a mini revival which has seen them pull away from the relegation zone but they will know that defeat here will plunge them back into danger. That could well lead to a cagey stalemate as a share of the spoils may ultimately be an acceptable outcome for both teams.