Southampton will play at home against Newcastle in the first leg of the semi-final of the English League Cup. The match will take place on January 24, starting at 23:00 Moscow time. Southampton – Newcastle: forecastbet, odds, statistics.
“Southampton”
Except for cup performances, “Southampton” frankly fails this season. The team is in last place in the Premier League standings.
At the same time, only 15 points were obtained in 20 league matches. Yes, and the performance is lame on both legs: only 15 goals scored.
Match odds Southampton – Newcastle
True, the “Saints” are only two points behind the saving 17th position. In 20 matches, only four victories were obtained.
In the last round, the southerners were defeated at home by Aston Villa (0:1), which interrupted the winning streak in three games, but the team still retains a good shape.
“Newcastle”
The Magpies can aim for high places and even trophies this season. “Newcastle” is in second place in the Premier League standings.
The most striking element of the team is a reliable defense. In 20 matches, the Magpies conceded only 11 goals.
In their last match, United lost a 0-0 away draw to Crystal Palace, which is why they are now third in the table in points lost.
In the last three matches in all tournaments, Howe’s wards are undefeated, so they should be considered the favorite of the upcoming confrontation.
Forecast and rates
Bookmakers consider Newcastle to be the favorite, the coefficient to win which is equal to 1,74. The success of Southampton is estimated at 5,00draw – in 3,80.
In the last six out of 10 away matches, either one team or no one scored.
Therefore, our forecast and rate – at least one team will not score for 1,86.
Another betting option – draw after 1st half for 2,23. In six of their 10 away matches, Newcastle have drawn at half-time.
