Newcastle United vs Fulham prediction, H2H and probable lineups - December 17, 2025
One of the Carabao Cup quarter-final clashes will take place on Tuesday at St. James' Park in Newcastle, where the local Newcastle United will host London side Fulham. Here’s a bet on the outcome of this encounter that comes with a strong chance of success.
Match preview
The current holders of the League Cup approach this stage in less than stable form. The recent Premier League defeat to Sunderland was not only a blow to their ambitions in the league but also a painful derby loss that has clearly affected the team’s atmosphere.
Nevertheless, cup obligations demand focus, and the motivation to defend their title could provide the spark for a turnaround. The Magpies have already confidently dispatched Bradford and Tottenham on their way to the quarter-finals, and playing at home at St. James' Park traditionally boosts their confidence.
Fulham have claimed three victories en route to the quarter-finals, but none came easily, including a win over Wycombe that was only sealed in a penalty shootout. The Cottagers already lost to Newcastle in October in the Premier League and will now look to exact revenge in cup competition.
Fulham lack squad depth, and injuries combined with players away at the Africa Cup of Nations have significantly limited their rotation. Still, the team is capable of causing problems for the hosts, especially if they can tap into their attacking potential — which, in fact, surpasses Newcastle’s in this Premier League season.
Probable lineups
- Newcastle United: Ramsdale, Livramento, Schär, Thiaw, Hall, Miley, Guimarães, Joelinton, Murphy, Wissa, Barnes
- Fulham: Leno, Tete, Andersen, Cuenca, Castagne, Berge, Lukić, Wilson, King, Kevin, Jiménez
Match facts and head-to-head
- Newcastle defeated Fulham 2-1 in October in the Premier League.
- Fulham have not beaten Newcastle in the League Cup since 1974.
- Fulham have scored more goals than Newcastle in the Premier League this season.
Prediction
Despite personnel losses, Newcastle look like the more organized and balanced team, especially with the home crowd behind them. Fulham have attacking firepower, but the level of opposition and head-to-head statistics favor the hosts. The recommendation here is to back a "Newcastle win" at odds of 1.77.
