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Newcastle United FC
v Wolverhampton Wanderers FC
St James' Park
Premier League Matchday 4
13-09-2025 14:00
Newcastle Form
Wolverhampton Form
Date: 13/09/25
Kick-off time: 15:00 BST
Venue: St. James’ Park
St. James’ Park is ready, the Premier League is rolling on, and Newcastle are desperate for their first win of the season. Wolves arrive on Tyneside in a rough patch themselves, sitting bottom after three defeats on the bounce.
Newcastle fans will be thinking: “this is our moment.” Wolves fans? Probably just hoping for a spark. So, who takes the points on Saturday afternoon? Let’s get into it.
Newcastle United
Eddie Howe’s squad has had its share of dramas. Alexander Isak finally sealed his move to Liverpool on deadline day, so the Isak era is done. Now it’s about proving they can still score without him.
Wolves
Vitor Pereira has a few positive updates, but he’s still looking at a patched-up squad.
Likely Lineups
Newcastle United (4-3-3):
Pope; Trippier, Schär, Botman, Burn; Guimarães, Tonali, Joelinton; Elanga, Barnes, Wissa
Wolves (3-4-3):
Sá; S. Bueno, Agbadou, T. Gomes; Tchatchoua, João Gomes, André, H. Bueno; Arias, Hwang, Arokodare
Here’s what I think… Newcastle are due a win, and Wolves are exactly the sort of opponent they’ve been brushing aside in recent years. The Magpies have won their last three Premier League meetings with Wolves at St. James’ Park, scoring plenty in the process.
Wolves’ defence has been leaking goals — eight conceded in just three league games. That’s not the kind of form you want going into one of the toughest away trips in the league.
Betting angles worth a look:
So, how does this play out? Newcastle are going to press hard, pin Wolves deep, and create chances. Wolves will try to sit back and counter, but they’ll struggle to cope with the intensity.
That said, Newcastle’s defence hasn’t exactly been watertight. If Wolves nick a goal, it’ll come through Hwang, who has a knack of scoring when you least expect it.
Match Prediction: Newcastle to win. Bet with bet365.
I’m leaning towards Newcastle 2-0 Wolves. Solid enough at the back, clinical enough up front, and Wolves’ poor run continues.
Correct Score Prediction: Newcastle 2-0 Wolves. Bet with bet365.
The head-to-head suggests goals. Newcastle have scored 12 goals in their last five games against Wolves. Wolves, meanwhile, have been wide open at the back.
Over 2.5 goals feels like the safe call. If you fancy something a little bolder, over 3.5 goals is worth a look, especially with Newcastle’s attack ready to click into gear.
Over/Under Prediction: Over 2.5 Goals. Bet with bet365.
Here’s a Newcastle vs Wolves Bet Builder combo I like for Saturday:
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Bet Builder Tip: Newcastle to Win, BTTS Yes, Elanga Anytime Scorer & Over 2.5 Goals. Bet with bet365.
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Newcastle look the stronger side right now, and history suggests they’ll edge this one at home.
The game is at St. James’ Park in Newcastle.
Anthony Elanga’s speed could cause Wolves real issues, while Bruno Guimarães is key in midfield. For Wolves, Hee-chan Hwang is the main goal threat.
It’s a 3pm BST start on Saturday, 13th September 2025.