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Manchester City host Newcastle United at Etihad Stadium, Manchester on Saturday, Feb 20 at 4:00 PM in the Premier League.
Manchester City come into this fixture in red-hot form (5W from last 5). Newcastle United travel in mixed form (2W 2D 1L), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.
History strongly favours Manchester City here — they've won 7 of 10 previous meetings against Newcastle United, with 1 draws. Their last encounter ended in Newcastle United won 1–3. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.2 per game in recent meetings.
Verdict: Manchester City look the stronger side on current evidence. Expect them to control proceedings at home, though Newcastle United will make it uncomfortable. Manchester City to win.