The Toon is on fire after overcoming Everton and Chelsea in back-to-back road matches. Chris Hughton will attempt to continue the run when they return to St. James Park to face Stoke City. London giants Chelsea were stunned when Newcastle knocked them out of the Carling Cup in a 3-4 thriller that was won in the 90' by Shola Ameobi. The Nigerian veteran netted a brace and should start, using his height to gain an advantage on the Potters.
Tony Pulis' Stoke City will also feel confident after dispatching Fulham 2-0 at the Brittania during their midweek cup fixture. New signing Kenwyne Jones found nylon to ensure progression for his new club, this being his 3rd consecutive goal in as many games. Stoke will need something from this match as they are currently in 17th, having achieved just 4 points from the opening 5 games.
English Premier League, Round 6: Newcastle United vs. Stoke City
Date: 26 September, 2010 - 17:10 CET
Venue: St. James Park - Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Referee: Mike Jones
Newcastle United:Goalkeeper: Krul
Defenders: Coloccini, Perch, Williamson, Enrique
Midfielders: Barton, Nolan, Ben Arfa, Routledge
Forwards: Carroll, Ameobi
Manager: Chris Hughton
Injured: Harper, Taylor
Booked: -
Stoke City:
Keeper: Sorensen
Defenders: Shawcross, Huth, Faye, Collins
Midfielders: Whitehead, Whelan, Etherington, Delap
Forwards: Walters, Jones
Manager: Tony Pulis
Injured: Pennant, Sidibe
Booked: -
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Last meeting: 11.04.09 Stoke City - Newcastle 1:1
Wins Newcastle: 26
Wins Stoke City: 16
Draws: 14
Newcastle has been hard to put labels on so far this season. After losing to Blackpool at home, they went on to beat Chelsea and Everton on the road. This will be a hard-fought match and neither side is a clear favorite. Both managers will be going for 3 points here and with such talented strikers, I believe we will see some goals.
Tip: Over +2.5 goals
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