Newcastle United defends the league titleEFL Cupthis Wednesday by hosting Fulham in the quarterfinals. The match takes place at St James’ Park, at Newcastle upon Tyne, Os Magpies seek reaction after defeat in the derby against Sunderland by Premier League. Já o Fulham arrives motivated by a recent victory away from home.
Eddie Howe counts on the support of the fans to advance to the semifinals. The team eliminated opponents like Bradford and Tottenham in the previous stages. Fulham, coached by Marco Silva, overcame teams from lower divisions and now faces a greater challenge in the knockout stage.
The live broadcast is the responsibility of theDisney+and fromESPN 3at Brasil. Fans can follow all the action on the streaming platform or on closed TV. Coverage includes pre-game and post-match analysis.
Probable team lineups
Newcastle United should enter the field in a 4-3-3 formation. The likely lineup includes Ramsdale in goal; Livramento, Schär, Thiaw and Hall in defense; Willock, Tonali and Ramsey in the middle; Elanga, Woltemade and Barnes in attack.
Fulham opts for 4-2-3-1. Lecomte defends the goal; Castagne, Diop, Cuenca and Robinson form the defensive line; Reed and King on the steering wheel; Traoré, Cairney and Kevin in the offensive half; Jiménez as a center forward.
- Newcastle:Ramsdale; Livramento, Schär, Thiaw, Hall; Willock, Tonali, Ramsey; Elanga, Woltemade, Barnes.
- Fulham:Lecomte; Castagne, Diop, Cuenca, Robinson; Reed, King; Traoré, Cairney, Kevin; Jiménez.
Eddie Howe promotes rotations to preserve starters. Marco Silva adjusts the team due to absences due to injuries and call-ups.
Where to watch the broadcast
Brazilian fans watch the confrontation between Newcastle and Fulham exclusively onDisney+. The platform broadcasts the full game from 5:15 pm (Brasília time). THEESPN 3it also shows the match on pay TV.
Other options include real-time monitoring via scoreboard applications. St James’ Park expects a full house to support the current champions.
Absences and roster status
Newcastle deals with important absences in the defensive sector. Dan Burn, Sven Botman, Emil Krafth and Kieran Trippier are out due to injury. Nick Pope continues to recover and has no confirmed presence.
Fulham is without Ryan Sessegnon and Rodrigo Muniz, both injured. Calvin Bassey, Alex Iwobi and Samuel Chukwueze are called up for Copa Africana of Nações.
These absences force tactical adjustments on both teams. Coaches prioritize bank options to maintain balance.
History of recent clashes
Newcastle and Fulham have faced each other several times in recent years. Os Magpies have won seven of the last nine direct duels. However, Fulham achieved positive results in visits to St James’ Park in past seasons.
This season, the teams have already met for Premier League. Newcastle came out on top in October with a 2-1 victory. The clashes usually feature goals from both sides.
- Last five games between them: Newcastle won three, Fulham one, and a draw.
- High goal average in recent duels.
The history slightly favors the home team. Fulham seeks to surprise in the knockout stages.
Last five games for each team
Newcastle is coming off mixed results in recent matches. The team suffered a 1-0 defeat to Sunderland in the derby. Antes, tied with Leverkusen for Champions League and beat Burnley for Premier League.
Fulham alternates recent victories and defeats. The team beat Burnley 3-2 away from home. Anteriormente, lost to Crystal Palace and Manchester City in intense games.
- Newcastle: Derrota 0-1 Sunderland, draw 2-2 Leverkusen, win 2-1
- Fulham: Vitória 3-2 Burnley, defeat 1-2 Crystal Palace, defeat 4-5
Both teams show offensive capacity. The defense presents vulnerabilities at key moments.
Refereeing and game details
Darren England referees the match at St James’ Park. The English referee has a moderate card average in previous matches. Ele hands out around 3.67 yellow cards per game on average.
Assistants are experienced professionals from Premier League. Refereeing follows FA standards for cup competitions.
The stadium at Newcastle upon Tyne hosts the game under typical English winter conditions. The forecast indicates temperatures around 10°C with the possibility of rain.
Featured scorers and players
Harvey Barnes stands out in the Newcastle attack with important goals this season. Yoane Wissa can win first place and threaten with speed. Harry Wilson is going through a great phase at Fulham with recent goals and assists.
Raúl Jiménez leads the visitors’ attack as a reference. Malick Thiaw reinforces the defense of Magpies with solidity.
- Players to watch: Barnes and Wissa (Newcastle); Wilson and Jiménez (Fulham).
These athletes decide matches with individual quality.
Weather forecast for the game
Newcastle upon Tyne records cold temperatures typical of December. The forecast indicates a maximum of 11°C and a minimum of 7°C at departure time. Há chance of intermittent rain during the day.
The lawn at St James’ Park remains in good condition despite the weather. Players adapt to the wet field common in the region.
Predictions for the confrontation
Analysts point to favoritism for Newcastle due to the home factor and title defense. The victory of the Magpies appears likely in balanced scenarios. Fulham can exploit counterattacks to surprise.
Possible results include a scoreboard with goals from both sides. Cup experience favors the current champions.
