Match Preview – 20.45 Kick-Off at St James' Park, Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Newcastle United are closing on the immediate return to their natural surroundings in the Premier League, just twelve months after suffering traumatic relegation. Newcastle United are second in the table, but ten points clear from third place, meaning that they can afford to lose points. That is exactly what they have done recently, with only two wins in their last six matches, both against lowly opposition. Former giants Leeds United are fifth, fighting for a spot in the playoffs and dreaming of an unlikely promotion. Leeds United are inconsistent as well, with two wins in the last six games, but they are much more desperate for points.

Newcastle United’s recent results:

Mar 18th 2017 Birmingham City 0:0 Newcastle - Championship

Apr 1st 2017 Newcastle 2:1 Wigan - Championship

Apr 5th 2017 Newcastle 1:0 Burton Albion - Championship

Apr 8th 2017 Sheffield Wednesday 2:1 Newcastle - Championship

Leeds United’s recent results:

Mar 18th 2017 Leeds 2:0 Brighton - Championship

Apr 1st 2017 Reading 1:0 Leeds - Championship

Apr 4th 2017 Brentford 2:0 Leeds - Championship

Apr 8th 2017 Leeds 3:0 Preston - Championship

Odds

Newcastle United 1.53

Leeds United 6.00

Draw 4.00

(Odds taken from Bet365)

Newcastle United vs Leeds United Predictions

The odds favour Newcastle United, but in the game between two wildly inconsistent teams, it is actually more logical to look for more attractive odds. Newcastle United struggled to beat even lowly teams like Wigan and Burton Albion lately, and Leeds United are a quality team, who are highly motivated fighting for promotion. It could be tempting to try the odds on Leeds United not losing this game (2.60) or even winning it (6.00).

Our Tips

Draw or Leeds United 2.60 Bet365

Leeds United 6.00 Bet365