The match of Matchday 7 of the Champions League 2025/26 group stage between Newcastle United (England) and PSV Eindhoven (Netherlands) will take place on 21 january at St James' Park. Newcastle vs PSV Eindhoven: prediction, betting odds and statistics.
Newcastle United
Newcastle United played their last two group-stage matches away, after which they slightly worsened their position in the standings. First the club lost to Olympique de Marseille (1:2), then drew with Bayer Leverkusen (2:2). The squad dropped to 12th place, but are only two points away from the top eight. Note that the home side have conceded only 6 goals in the current Champions League group stage, and only two opponents have better defensive records. If the team wins the upcoming match, they will secure a place in the playoffs.
- The club has not won in 7 of its last 10 Champions League matches (2 draws and 5 losses).
- At least three goals were scored in 6 of Newcastle United's last 7 matches in this competition.
- Exactly two or three goals were scored in the team's last 4 home matches in this tournament.
Potential Newcastle United Lineup (4-3-3)
Nick Pope – Lewis Miley, Kieran Trippier, Lewis Hall, Malik Tiaw – Bruno Guimarães, Joelinton, Sandro Tonali – Nick Woltemade, Anthony Gordon, Harvey Barnes.
Due to injuries, forwards Jacob Murphy and William Osula, defenders Jamal Lascelles, Fabian Schär, Valentino Livramento, Dan Burn and Emil Krafth will miss the match.
PSV Eindhoven
PSV Eindhoven played their previous round at home but failed to use the support of their crowd and lost to Atletico Madrid with a score of 2:3. As a result, a 4-match unbeaten run in this tournament (2 wins and 2 draws) came to an end. Interestingly, the club has suffered two defeats in the current group stage and both occurred at home. Also, the team scored in all 11 previous Champions League matches. At the moment PSV Eindhoven sit in 21st place in the standings and are two points ahead of the nearest opponent outside the qualification zone. In addition, matches involving the visitors are among the five highest-scoring in the current group stage – an average of 4.3 goals are scored.
- At least three goals were scored in 10 of PSV Eindhoven's last 12 Champions League matches.
- Both teams scored in PSV Eindhoven's previous 12 matches in this competition.
- On the road the team is unbeaten in four straight matches in this competition (1 win and 3 draws).
Potential PSV Eindhoven Lineup (4-3-3)
Matěj Kovář – Anass Salah-Eddine, Jarek Gasiorowski, Jerdy Schouten, Killian Sildillia – Joey Veerman, Paul Wanner, Mauro Júnior – Dennis Man, Esmir Bajraktarević, Guus Til.
Due to injuries, forwards Ruben van Bommel, Alassane Plea, Myron Boadu and Ricardo Pepi are out, as well as goalkeeper Nick Olij and defender Sergiño Dest. Midfielder Ismaël Saibari is out due to suspension.
Referee
Daniel Siebert (Germany)
Matches – 6 (International fixtures, 2025/26);
Yellow/Red Cards Shown (Including Second Yellows) – 32;
Average Yellow/Red Cards Per Match – 5.3;
Straight Red Cards Shown – 2;
Average Fouls Per Match – 26;
Penalties – 0%.
Newcastle United Vs PSV Eindhoven: Match Prediction
In the upcoming encounter we will favor the hosts. Newcastle United won their last two home group-stage matches, having defeated solid mid-table opponents Benfica and Athletic, and the club scored five goals in those games. In addition, Newcastle United have won 7 of their last 9 meetings with representatives of the Dutch championship. The English side also won all four of their most recent home matches against Dutch teams.
We also expect the match to be entertaining and high scoring. Besides the fact that Newcastle United scored at least two goals in 4 of their last 5 Champions League matches, there were goals at both ends in all 12 of PSV Eindhoven's recent matches in this competition. Moreover, in 6 of PSV Eindhoven's last 8 matches in this tournament there were 4 or more goals. Both opponents favor attacking football, which should lead to at least three goals in this fixture. Also expect a goalscoring contribution from Anthony Gordon, who has scored five goals in the current group stage of the European competition.
Prediction: Newcastle United To Win And Over 2.5 Goals
