Newcastle have the home advantage in their EFL Cup quarter-final against Fulham on Wednesday night, and we have created a 51/1 Bet Builder tip just for the occasion.
The Magpies have a good record against Fulham, winning seven of teh pair's last nine meetings, but Fulham have secured two wins from the last three encounters, so we're expecting a close and competitive 90 minutes at St James' Park.
Newcastle head into Wednesday's clash with Fulham on the back of two wins, two draws and two defeats from their last six matches in all competitions, while Fulham have been more hit and miss of late, winning three and losing three of their last six games.
The Magpies have won three of their last four home games against the Cottagers, and we're expecting the hosts to progress into the semi-finals of the EFL Cup this week. Each of the last three encounters between these two clubs have ended with over 2.5 goals being scored and both teams finding the back of the net, so we're expecting goals in this game.
Here is a breakdown of each of the selections that make up our 51/1 Bet Builder tip...
Match Result & Over 2.5 - Newcastle United / over 2.5 goals
Newcastle have won seven of their last nine encounters with Fulham across all competitions. Both teams have scored and over 2.5 goals have been produced in each of the duo's last three head-to-heads.
Player To Be Carded - Sasa Lukic
Sasa Lukic has picked up more bookings than any other Fulham player this season. The Serbian midfielder has five yellow cards against his name and has committed 30 fouls in both league and cup matches.
Player 1+ Shots On Target - Emile Smith Rowe
Emile Smith Rowe has scored two goals in his last three appearances for Fulham, landing at least one shot on target in each of those three games. The former Arsenal man is averaging 0.94 shots on target per 90 minutes across all competitions this season.
Player To Be Carded - Joelinton
Only Dan Burn has picked up more bookings than Joelinton for Newcastle this season. The Brazilian has six yellow cards against his name and has committed 28 fouls in league and cup combined.
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Newcastle have the home advantage in their EFL Cup quarter-final against Fulham on Wednesday night, and we have created a 51/1 Bet Builder tip just for the occasion. The Magpies ha...
