Newcastle will take on Wolves in the Premier League this weekend, with both teams searching for their first wins of the new season.
The Magpies have had a far from ideal start to the campaign, both on and off the pitch, but they will be hoping that now the transfer window is shut, they can get on with things.
Wolves, meanwhile, have looked very much like a team destined for a relegation battle this season.
As part of this weekend's round of Premier League betting tips, check out our Newcastle vs Wolves prediction below.
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Newcastle vs Wolves prediction: The hosts to click into gear
Key Stats
- Newcastle have kept a clean sheet in two of their three Premier League matches this season.
- Wolves haven't won any of their last seven Premier League matches.
- Wolves have failed to score in two of their last three Premier League games.
Correct score prediction: Newcastle 2-0 Wolves
St James' Park should be buzzing for this one after the club managed to bring in two new strikers on deadline day, and we expect Newcastle to come flying out of the traps. It's been a dire start to the season for Wolves, and it's unlikely to get any better this weekend.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Newcastle are big favourites
- HOME: 4/9 (1.44) – 69.2%
- DRAW: 18/5 (4.60) – 21.7%
- AWAY: 6/1 (7.00) – 14.3%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
The Newcastle vs Wolves odds are around where we expected them to be, with the hosts priced as the odds-on favourites by all top bookmakers. Ladbrokes have given Newcastle a 69.2% chance of winning the match, while Wolves have been given just a 14.3% chance of victory.
You can find all our predictions for today's games on our football betting tips page.
Most recent H2Hs: Newcastle dominance
When you look at Newcastle's recent record against Wolves, it makes 4/9 on a home win look like good value. The Magpies are unbeaten in their last five matches against Wolves, with four wins and one draw. Wolves' last win over Newcastle at St James' Park came all the way back in December 2018.
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Newcastle preview: Wissa to miss out
New signing Yoane Wissa is set to miss the match against Wolves after Eddie Howe confirmed the striker is nursing an injury. That should give Nick Woltemade a start spot on debut for the Magpies after becoming the club's record signing at the end of the summer window. Anthony Gordon is unavailable as he continues to serve his suspension.
Predicted lineup: Pope (GK), Livramento, Schar, Burn, Hall, Tonali, Guimaraes, Joelinton, Murphy, Woltemade, Elanga
Last five matches
- Leeds 0-0 Newcastle
- Newcastle 2-3 Liverpool
- Aston Villa 0-0 Newcastle
- Newcastle 0-2 Atletico Madrid
- Espanyol 2-2 Newcastle
Wolves preview: A golden chance for Strand Larsen
If things had gone differently this summer, Jorgen Strand Larsen could be preparing for his Newcastle debut on Saturday but as it is, he will line up for Wolves. The Norwegian will be keen to show Newcastle what they missed out on ahead of another potential bid in January.
Predicted lineup: Sa (GK), Bueno, Agbadou, Krejci, R.Gomes, J.Gomes, Bellegarde, Wolfe, Lopez, Strand Larsen, Arias
Last five matches
- Wolves 2-3 Everton
- Wolves 3-2 West Ham
- Bournemouth 1-0 Wolves
- Wolves 0-4 Man City
- Wolves 0-1 Celta Vigo
Player to watch: Nick Woltemade
Nick Woltemade is now Newcastle's record signing after moving from Stuttgart for £65m at the end of the summer transfer window. The German international scored 12 Bundesliga goals last season, and a similar return this season wouldn't be a bad outcome for the 23-year-old in his first Premier League season.