Newcastle United FC vs Wolverhampton Wanderers FC, Premier League 2020-21 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
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Newcastle United FC vs Wolverhampton Wanderers FC — Premier League at St. James' Park.
- Newcastle United FC 10 games · 12 pts (2026/27)
- Wolverhampton Wanderers FC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Kevin Friend
- Referee Andy Madley
- Referee Darren Cann
- Referee Ian Hussin
- Referee Mike Dean
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arsenal FC | 10 | 27 |
| 2 | Brighton & Hove Albion FC | 10 | 22 |
| 3 | Manchester City FC | 10 | 21 |
| 4 | Liverpool FC | 10 | 18 |
| 5 | Chelsea FC | 10 | 16 |
| 6 | Everton FC | 10 | 16 |
| 7 | AFC Bournemouth | 10 | 15 |
| 8 | Brentford FC | 10 | 14 |
| 9 | Leeds United FC | 10 | 14 |
| 10 | Aston Villa FC | 10 | 13 |
| 11 | Tottenham Hotspur FC | 10 | 12 |
| 12 | Newcastle United FC | 10 | 12 |
| 13 | Hull City AFC | 10 | 11 |
| 14 | Ipswich Town FC | 10 | 11 |
| 15 | Fulham FC | 10 | 10 |
| 16 | Nottingham Forest FC | 10 | 9 |
| 17 | Coventry City FC | 10 | 9 |
| 18 | Manchester United FC | 10 | 8 |
| 19 | Sunderland AFC | 10 | 8 |
| 20 | Crystal Palace FC | 10 | 7 |
Head-to-Head
Last 5 meetings
2021-02-27
Newcastle United FC
1–1
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC
2020-10-25
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC
1–1
Newcastle United FC
2020-01-11
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC
1–1
Newcastle United FC
2019-10-27
Newcastle United FC
1–1
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC
2019-02-11
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC
1–1
Newcastle United FC
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Feb | Wolverhampton Wanderers FC | H | 1–1 | D |
| 21 Feb | Manchester United FC | A | 1–3 | L |
| 15 Feb | Chelsea FC | A | 0–2 | L |
| 06 Feb | Southampton FC | H | 3–2 | W |
| 02 Feb | Crystal Palace FC | H | 1–2 | L |
| 30 Jan | Everton FC | A | 2–0 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Feb | Newcastle United FC | A | 1–1 | D |
| 19 Feb | Leeds United FC | H | 1–0 | W |
| 14 Feb | Southampton FC | A | 2–1 | W |
| 11 Feb | Southampton FC | H | 0–2 | L |
| 07 Feb | Leicester City FC | H | 0–0 | D |
| 02 Feb | Arsenal FC | H | 2–1 | W |
Key Stats
69%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (16 games)
H2H (16 games)
44%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
20%
Clean Sheets
Newcastle United FC this season
Newcastle United FC this season
Goal Timing (This Season)
Newcastle United FC
0-15
3/2
16-30
–/–
31-45
1/3
46-60
3/4
61-75
3/1
76+
3/4
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Top Scorers (This Season)
Newcastle United FC
| Harvey Barnes | 2 G | 2 A |
| Joe Willock | 2 G | |
| Anthony Elanga | 2 G | |
| Yoane Wissa | 1 G | 1 A |
Events
Match Events
- 0' KICK OFF: Wolverhampton Wanderers FC gets underway.
- 5' The referee is likely to let players tackle, as he already missed some meaty challenges during opening seconds. He is still to establish what should not be done by the players and what is acceptable on the pitch. It’s going to be a tough game for Fabio Silva suffering a number of foals already.
- 10' Netherlands international Ki-Jana Hoever has been a key figure this campaign — 0 goals and 0 assists in the Array this season.
- 15' The teams are not in a rush to score plenty of goals. It might look strange considering Wolverhampton Wanderers FC that had 358 games and scored 424 goals.
- 19' Isaac Hayden picks up a Yellow card and will need to be extremely careful for the remainder of this match.
- 24' While there is no rush on the pitch, let’s have a look at some stats. Romain Saiss made 358 appearances and scored 13 goals. He is very likely to score a goal today.
- 29' named a earlier, and opted for a in response. A fascinating tactical duel is developing.
- 34' Spectators do not have much to choose from both teams. The sides had several scoring chances but they still need a bit more than just a sight of a goal.
- 39' Newcastle United FC are keeping things exceptionally tight at the back. It will take something special to break them down.
- 43' That is a Yellow card for Newcastle United FC. Ciaran Clark will be fuming at that decision.
- 46' A change in the Newcastle United FC ranks — Miguel Almiron exits the field as Ryan Fraser enters on 46.
- 51' Newcastle United FC seems to be on a short break. The game is mainly concentrated in the center. It’s high time they got back to action. Otherwise, it looks like a goalless game.
- 52' What a moment for Jamaal Lascelles! That strike on 52 puts his side firmly in control.
- 57' Jamal Lewis is a natural left-back and has been asked to do a very specific job for Newcastle United FC tonight.
- 62' Both teams are passing the ball around with high level of urgency. Wolverhampton Wanderers FC needs to do something about it to get closer to the goal.
- 63' Fresh legs for Newcastle United FC! Jacob Murphy comes on to replace Allan Saint-Maximin.
- 68' Joelinton, a Brazil , has 0 bookings this season and will need to keep his discipline tonight.
- 72' Matt Ritchie has so much to prove this time. He replaces Emil Krafth on 72 minute.
- 73' Against the run of play, Ruben Neves has scored! This game has turned on its head.
- 78' Neither side is committing men forward. This has all the hallmarks of a tense, tactical contest.
- 82' The whistle greets Willian Jose as he departs to be replaced by Fabio Silva.
- 85' Ki-Jana Hoever is ready to make an impact after coming on for Nelson Semedo at the 85 minute mark.
- 90' The supporters are chanting for Rayan Ait Nouri. He replaces Jonny Castro on 90 minute.
- celebrates a vital win. Three points that could prove pivotal come season's end.
Lineups
Newcastle United FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 1
- 6
- 14
- 2
- 8
- 15
-
17
Emil Krafth ↓ Matt Ritchie 72'
- 10
- 9
-
24
Miguel Almiron ↓ Ryan Fraser 46'
- 28
Bench
- 12
-
21
Ryan Fraser ↑ 46'
- 16
- 36
- 26
- 3
-
11
Matt Ritchie ↑ 72'
-
23
Jacob Murphy ↑ 63'
- 7
Coach
Steve Bruce
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 11
- 28
- 8
- 32
- 27
- 16
- 37
-
19
Jonny Otto ↓ Rayan Ait Nouri 90'
-
12
Willian Jose ↓ Fabio Silva 82'
-
22
Nelson Semedo ↓ Ki-Jana Hoever 85'
- 7
Bench
- 21
- 18
-
3
Rayan Ait Nouri ↑ 90'
- 49
-
2
Ki-Jana Hoever ↑ 85'
-
17
Fabio Silva ↑ 82'
- 20
- 54
Coach
Nuno Espírito Santo
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Hwang Heechan | 5 |
| Alexander Isak | 4 |
| Anthony Gordon | 2 |
| Raul Jimenez | 2 |
| Ruben Neves | 2 |
| Chris Wood | 2 |
| Jamaal Lascelles | 2 |
| Callum Wilson | 2 |
Head to Head
2021-02-27
Newcastle United FC
1–1
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC
2020-10-25
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC
1–1
Newcastle United FC
2020-01-11
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC
1–1
Newcastle United FC
2019-10-27
Newcastle United FC
1–1
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC
2019-02-11
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC
1–1
Newcastle United FC
Newcastle United FC Form
2021-02-27
Newcastle United FC
1–1
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC
D
2021-02-21
Manchester United FC
3–1
Newcastle United FC
L
2021-02-15
Chelsea FC
2–0
Newcastle United FC
L
2021-02-06
Newcastle United FC
3–2
Southampton FC
W
2021-02-02
Newcastle United FC
1–2
Crystal Palace FC
L
2021-01-30
Everton FC
0–2
Newcastle United FC
W
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC Form
2021-02-27
Newcastle United FC
1–1
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC
D
2021-02-19
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC
1–0
Leeds United FC
W
2021-02-14
Southampton FC
1–2
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC
W
2021-02-11
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC
0–2
Southampton FC
L
2021-02-07
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC
0–0
Leicester City FC
D
2021-02-02
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC
2–1
Arsenal FC
W
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.26
Newcastle United FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.2
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC xG
I would bet for:
Newcastle United FC or Wolverhampton Wanderers FC 71% + Under 2.5 goals 56%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Draw
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 2.46
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 89% |
|
11% |
| ± 1.5 | 71% |
|
29% |
| ± 2.5 | 44% |
|
56% |
| ± 3.5 | 24% |
|
76% |
| ± 4.5 | 11% |
|
89% |
Double Chance
Newcastle United FC or Draw
68%
Draw or Wolverhampton Wanderers FC
62%
Newcastle United FC or Wolverhampton Wanderers FC
71%
Half-Time Result
✓ CorrectActual: Draw at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
Actual
0 – 0
10.6%
1 – 0
9.6%
0 – 1
9.1%
2 – 1
7.8%
1 – 2
7.5%
2 – 0
6.6%
0 – 2
6%
2 – 2
4.8%
3 – 1
3.3%
1 – 3
3%
3 – 0
2.7%
Asian Handicap — Newcastle United FC
| Handicap | Newcastle United FC covers | Push | Wolverhampton Wanderers FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 6% | — | 94% |
| -2 | 6% | 11% | 84% |
| -1.5 | 16% | — | 84% |
| -1 | 16% | 20% | 64% |
| -0.5 | 36% | — | 64% |
| +0.5 | 67% | — | 33% |
| +1 | 67% | 19% | 15% |
| +1.5 | 85% | — | 15% |
| +2 | 85% | 10% | 5% |
| +2.5 | 95% | — | 5% |
Clean Sheet
Newcastle United FC keeps clean sheet
31%
✓
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC keeps clean sheet
29%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.