Manchester City vs Newcastle: Premier League TV and Viewing Guide
All the essential information for the Premier League encounter between Manchester City and Newcastle United is detailed here. This crucial match could significantly impact the title race, with Manchester City aiming to close the gap on league leaders Arsenal.
Match Details and Broadcast Information
The Premier League fixture between Manchester City and Newcastle is scheduled to commence at 8pm GMT on Saturday 21 February. The match will be held at Manchester City's home ground, the Etihad Stadium.
For viewers located in the United Kingdom, live television coverage will be provided by TNT Sports 1. The broadcast begins at 7pm GMT, one hour prior to kick-off. Additionally, a live streaming option will be accessible through the discovery+ platform for subscribers.
Team News and Injury Updates
Manchester City anticipate the return of star striker Erling Haaland, who was rested during their recent FA Cup victory over Salford. Winger Jeremy Doku remains unavailable, but there is potential involvement for Savinho following participation in training sessions.
Newcastle United may see Joelinton considered for a starting position after making a substitute appearance in their midweek Champions League match. Defender Sven Botman could be available, but the squad faces several absences. Yoanne Wissa has joined an injury list that includes Bruno Guimaraes (hamstring), Tino Livramento (thigh), Fabian Schar (ankle) and Emil Krafth (knee).
Context and Recent Form
Manchester City enter this match seeking to apply pressure on Arsenal at the Premier League summit. A recent stumble by Wolves against Arsenal has reduced the gap, with Arsenal now leading by just five points having played an additional game. With Arsenal not in action until Sunday, Manchester City have an opportunity to narrow that deficit further.
Pep Guardiola's team have rediscovered their form during February, strengthening their championship aspirations. They also possess positive recent memories against Newcastle, having eliminated them from the Carabao Cup semi-finals just weeks ago across two legs.
Newcastle United secured a vital away victory at Tottenham in their last league outing, halting a difficult period. However, manager Eddie Howe must manage squad fatigue following a demanding midweek journey to Baku for European competition. Their comprehensive 6-1 first-leg triumph in the Champions League play-off provides commanding control of that tie.
Predicted Starting Line-Ups
Manchester City predicted XI: Donnarumma; Nunes, Dias, Guehi, Ait-Nouri; Rodri, O'Reilly; Bernardo, Cherki, Semenyo; Haaland.
Newcastle United predicted XI: Pope; Trippier, Thiaw, Burn, Hall; Joelinton, Tonali; Murphy, Woltemade, Barnes; Gordon.
