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Newcastle United, having exceeded expectations in an eventful week of both Premier League and EFL Cup football, will aim to maintain the positive momentum when they host Burnley at St James' Park this Saturday.
In a midweek clash, both teams secured their spots in the fourth round of the EFL Cup. The Magpies pulled off a stunning upset with a 1-0 victory over Manchester City, while the Clarets convincingly defeated Salford City 4-0.
Looking back at the 2022-23 EFL Cup final, it was a disheartening moment for Newcastle United as they watched Manchester United hoist the trophy at Wembley. However, an opportunity for revenge may be on the horizon following their thrilling third-round triumph over the perennial champions of the tournament.
During Wednesday night's fixture, both Eddie Howe and Pep Guardiola predictably made numerous changes to their lineups to manage the demands of the Premier League and Champions League. Nevertheless, it was in the eighth minute of the second half that Alexander Isak electrified the home crowd with a decisive goal.
As a reward for eliminating the treble-winning Manchester City, Newcastle will face a familiar opponent in the fourth round, reminiscent of last year's showpiece match against Manchester United. After a somewhat challenging start to the season, the Magpies appear to be rediscovering their form, notably achieving an historic 8-0 victory against Sheffield United in their previous outing.
This record-breaking win included Newcastle's largest-ever away league triumph and their joint-largest Premier League victory. Furthermore, eight different players contributed goals, marking the highest number of individual goalscorers in a top-flight English match since 1992. Eddie Howe's in-form squad has climbed to eighth place in the league standings, propelled by their four-game unbeaten streak.
In addition to their impressive domestic performances, Newcastle earned a respectable goalless draw against AC Milan in the Champions League, adding to their current streak of excellence. Maintaining a fifth consecutive clean sheet in the upcoming fixture would be a significant boost for Newcastle as they prepare to host Kylian Mbappe's Paris Saint-Germain at St James' Park next week.
The possibility of Burnley achieving a resounding victory in the Premier League, akin to Newcastle's remarkable eight-goal triumph over Sheffield United, may seem far-fetched. Nevertheless, Vincent Kompany's squad demonstrated their prowess in front of goal during their recent fixture by handily defeating Salford City and securing their spot in the EFL Cup's fourth round.
Sander Berge, Jacob Bruun Larsen, and Dara O'Shea sealed the game's fate within the opening half-hour, with Wilson Odobert joining the scoring spree in the later stages. This was a remarkable night for Anass Zaroury, who played a pivotal role by setting up three of Burnley's four goals at the Peninsula Stadium.
Looking ahead, Burnley now faces an all-Premier League clash with Everton in the fourth round of the EFL Cup. However, these cup victories offer some consolation amidst their dismal performance in the Premier League. The Clarets have managed to secure just one point from a possible 18, narrowly edging above Sheffield United in the standings, thanks to Newcastle's extraordinary demolition of the Blades.
In their previous encounter, Kompany's side put up a commendable fight against Manchester United but were ultimately defeated by a remarkable volley from Bruno Fernandes, resulting in a 1-0 loss. Additionally, their encounters with Newcastle during the 2021-22 Premier League season concluded with Burnley on the losing side.
Interestingly, despite their struggles at Turf Moor, Burnley remains undefeated on their travels this season and hasn't experienced an away defeat since their 6-0 loss to Man City in the FA Cup six months ago. As they prepare for future clashes with the reigning treble winners, Kompany's team could benefit from drawing inspiration from Newcastle's recent achievements.
Newcastle United is riding high on the wave of two significant morale-boosting victories in their most recent matches, and they are eagerly seeking to continue this winning streak as they prepare to face Burnley this upcoming Saturday.
The Magpies pulled off a stunning upset in the League Cup by prematurely ending Manchester City's ambitions with a 1-0 victory in the third round on Wednesday. The hero of the day was Alexander Isak, who netted the crucial winning goal for Newcastle United in the 53rd minute of the match.
This triumph marked an excellent start to Newcastle United's 2023-24 League Cup campaign, especially after the heartbreak of narrowly missing out on the title in their previous campaign when they lost the final to Manchester United. This year, Eddie Howe's squad has the opportunity to exact sweet revenge as they have been drawn against the Red Devils in the fourth round of the competition.
Newcastle appears to be bouncing back from a somewhat shaky start to the season, and their confidence received a substantial boost with an emphatic 8-0 victory over Sheffield United in their last weekend's Premier League fixture.
In contrast, Burnley secured a convincing 4-0 win against Salford City in the third round of the EFL Cup during the midweek. The goals came from Sander Berge, Jacob Bruun Larsen, Dara O'Shea, and Wilson Odobert, marking a crucial turnaround for Vincent Kompany's side after enduring a three-game winless streak.
However, Burnley's fortunes took a dip in their most recent Premier League encounter when they were defeated by Manchester United last Sunday. Currently languishing in 19th place in the league table, Burnley has managed to garner only one point from their first five matches. It's imperative for them to reverse this trend and start registering more wins soon, as a prolonged slump could turn this season into a forgettable one.
With three assists against Salford City, Zaroury may have earned a spot in Kompany's Premier League starting lineup, where he will likely be joined by Zeki Amdouni and Luca Koleosho in a modified front three.
During Wednesday's victory over Man City, Howe didn't take any chances with a handful of the team members. Dan Burn was absent due to illness, and Sven Botman and Callum Wilson were sidelined while they recovered from knee and hamstring injuries, respectively.
In addition to Joe Willock and Emil Krafth, Harvey Barnes was an unfortunate victim of the Sheffield United humiliation and will be sidelined for months as opposed to weeks due to a foot injury.
Lyle Foster, the team's leading scorer, will serve the final game of his three-game suspension here, while manager Vincent Kompany will be without five other players due to injuries.
For the former Belgium defender, Darko Churlinov, Michael Obafemi, Hjalmar Ekdal, and Nathan Redmond are all unavailable. In the 1-0 loss to Manchester United, Johann Berg Gudmundsson was forced to leave the game due to calf stiffness.
Howe has stated that Newcastle winger Harvey Barnes will be out for about three months after being cruelly pulled off with a "substantial" foot injury just before the Bramall Lane onslaught started.
In the meanwhile, Barnes will have company in the treatment room from fellow long-term absentees Joe Willock (Achilles) and Emil Krafth (knee), while Paul Dummett, who was pulled off late in Wednesday's victory over Man City but would have been anticipated to leave the team anyhow, will remain in the treatment room.
With three assists against Salford City, Zaroury may have earned a spot in Kompany's Premier League starting lineup, where he will likely be joined by Zeki Amdouni and Luca Koleosho in a modified front three.
Newcastle achieved a remarkable feat last weekend when they matched their highest-ever winning margin by demolishing Sheffield United 0-8 at Bramall Lane. The game was a one-sided affair right from the first whistle to the last, with the Magpies dominating every aspect of the match.
Head coach Eddie Howe must have been particularly pleased with the fact that eight different players found the back of the net last Sunday. Kieran Trippier's standout performance included three assists, adding to the joy of the occasion. The only downside of this fairy-tale weekend in Sheffield for the Magpies was the unfortunate long-term injury to Harvey Barnes.
Looking ahead, Newcastle is now aiming to secure their third consecutive victory in the domestic league as they prepare to host struggling Burnley on a Saturday afternoon at St. James' Park. The Clarets are still grappling with the challenges of life in the top flight, having managed to gather just one point from their first five matches of the season.
Vincent Kompany's squad currently possesses the second-worst defensive record in the league, having conceded 13 goals in their first five games. Their recent 0-1 home defeat to Manchester United hardly instills confidence in their fans, especially as they face an in-form Newcastle side. Newcastle enters this match with a strong record, boasting four wins and a draw in their last five encounters with Burnley.
Historically, the Magpies have secured 19 wins, 10 draws, and suffered 13 defeats in their previous 42 home matches against Burnley. It's worth noting that only one of the last three clashes between Newcastle and Burnley produced three or more goals.
