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Newcastle vs West Brom

St James' Park, Newcastle upon Tyne28 April 2018 at 15:00
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Referee: David Coote

Match Events

Newcastle
West Brom
Kick Off
29′
M. Phillips

assist: J. Livermore

37′Jake Livermore
45′Allan Nyom
Half Time
P. DummettJacob Murphy
58′
D. GayleI. Slimani
65′
Mohamed Diamé68′
77′
J. RodriguezG. Krychowiak
Ayoze PérezJoselu
78′
82′James McClean
90+4′
S. RondónH. Robson-Kanu
90′
J. McCleanJ. Evans
Full Time

Match Statistics

2Shots on Goal2
10Shots off Goal6
17Total Shots9
5Blocked Shots1
9Shots insidebox6
8Shots outsidebox3
8Fouls13
5Corner Kicks1
0Offsides2
63%Ball Possession37%
1Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves2
585Total passes339
470Passes accurate222
80%Passes %65%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Newcastle is 6.40, compared to — for West Brom. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Newcastle's highest-rated starter is J. Lascelles (6.40), while West Brom's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

Newcastle deploy 4 defenders rated 6.40 on average, against West Brom's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Newcastle field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus West Brom's 4 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Newcastle start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for West Brom averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 75% for Newcastle and —% for West Brom. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Age & Experience

The average age of Newcastle's starting XI is 32.0 (youngest: J. Lascelles (32), oldest: J. Lascelles (32)), while West Brom average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Newcastle's starters average 2 league appearances each, versus 0 for West Brom. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Newcastle4-4-1-14-4-1-1West Brom
GKDEFMIDFWD
12Dúbravka20Lejeune6Lascell.3Dummett22Yedlin8Shelvey10Diamé11Ritchie15Kenedy9Gayle17Pérez1Foster3Gibbs2Nyom25Dawson26Hegazi11Brunt10Phillips8Livermo.14McClean19Rodrigu.9Rondón

Substitutes

Coach: Rafael Benítez

Substitutes

Coach: D. Moore

NewcastlePosition StrengthWest Brom
6.40
Avg Rating
6.40Defender (4 v 4)
0G 0A0G 0A
Newcastle4-4-1-1
12GoalkeeperM. Dúbravka
20DefenderF. Lejeune
6DefenderJ. Lascelles6.4
3DefenderP. Dummett
22DefenderD. Yedlin
8MidfielderJ. Shelvey
10MidfielderM. Diamé
11MidfielderM. Ritchie
15MidfielderKenedy
9ForwardD. Gayle
17ForwardAyoze Pérez
West Brom4-4-1-1
1GoalkeeperB. Foster
3DefenderK. Gibbs
2DefenderA. Nyom
25DefenderC. Dawson
26DefenderAhmed Hegazi
11MidfielderC. Brunt
10MidfielderM. Phillips
8MidfielderJ. Livermore
14MidfielderJ. McClean
19ForwardJ. Rodriguez
9ForwardS. Rondón

Match Summary

West Brom defeated Newcastle 1:0. The match was played in Premier League 2017. Goals were scored by M. Phillips 29′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Newcastle had 63% possession while West Brom held 37%. Newcastle had 17 shots (2 on target) compared to 9 (2 on target) for West Brom. Newcastle made 3 substitutions, West Brom made 3.

Rivalry since 2010

Newcastle vs West Brom Head to Head Results

16 stretnutí
Newcastle
7
wins
Drawn
5
West Brom
4
wins
Total goals
46 · 2.9/match
Both scored
11/16 · 69%
Over 2.5
9/16 · 56%

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Match Prediction

Newcastle

45%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

West Brom

10%

Away win

Model advice

Double chance : Newcastle or draw

71%Form29%
57%Attack43%
70%Defence30%
62%Head-to-head38%
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026