West Ham United vs Newcastle United: Premier League Prediction & Preview - Gameweek 10
Match Details: West Ham vs Newcastle
- Fixture: West Ham United vs Newcastle United
- Competition: Premier League (Gameweek 10, 2025/26 Season)
- Venue: London Stadium, London
- Date: Sunday, November 2, 2025
- Kick-Off: 2:00 PM GMT (5:PM EAT)
West Ham vs Newcastle Prediction: Hammers in Crisis Face Resurgent Magpies
West Ham United host Newcastle United in a crucial Premier League clash that sees two teams heading in completely opposite directions. The Hammers are in severe crisis, firmly anchored in the relegation zone after a catastrophic run of results. Newcastle, meanwhile, are finding their rhythm under Eddie Howe and pushing confidently towards the European qualification places. The pressure is mounting exponentially on West Ham's manager to turn the ship around before it's too late.
Westham lost 2-1 to Leeds in their last premier league encounter prompting the club's captain Jarrod Bowen to admit that the club is in trouble. Nuno Espirito Santo's side conceded the first goal inside three minutes when Brenden Aaronson tapped the ball home from close range before Joe Rodon doubled the advantage for Leeds when he headed in Sean Longstaff's corner just over 10 minutes later making it the 9th goal Westham have conceded from a corner kick this season . Nuno, West hams manager spoke to skysports, he said:
We have to change. The players know, we know. Our fans know. The club knows there is still time. Time can also be a bad sign if we don't change immediately.
Meanwhile Newcastle United progressed into the quarter-finals of the 2025/26 Carabao Cup following a 2-0 home win against Tottenham Hotspur on Wednesday night. Fabian Schär fired the hosts ahead then Woltemade netted his sixth goal of the season across all competitions.
Premier League Table: Deep Trouble for West Ham
| Team | Position | Points | Played | Goal Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newcastle United | 12th | 12 | 9 | +1 |
| West Ham United | 19th | 4 | 9 | -13 |
West Ham's alarming position in 19th place with only 4 points from 9 matches highlights the depth of their struggles. Newcastle sits comfortably in mid-table and will be eyeing a victory to climb into the top six and strengthen their European ambitions.
West Ham vs Newcastle: Recent Form Analysis
West Ham Form (Last 5 Premier League Games): L-D-L-L-L
- Crisis Mode: The Hammers are without a win in their last five league games, managing just one draw and suffering four defeats
- Goals Drought: West Ham has scored fewer than a goal per game during this dismal run
- Defensive Fragility: The -13 goal difference tells the story of a team leaking goals at an alarming rate
Newcastle Form (Last 5 Premier League Games): D-L-W-L-W
- Resurgent Magpies: Newcastle has won two of their last five matches and is building momentum
- Consistency Returning: The Toon Army is finding the resilience and quality that made them Champions League contenders last season
- Away Confidence: Newcastle has proven they can win on the road, making them dangerous visitors to the London Stadium
West Ham vs Newcastle Head-to-Head Record
westham vs Newcastle has been played 43 times so far, Westham won 11 times while Newcastle United won 20 times with 12 matches ending in a draw.
Newcastle has dominated recent encounters, winning three of the last five Premier League meetings between these sides. The psychological edge clearly belongs to the visitors.
Last Meeting: Newcastle 1-0 West Ham (2024/25 Season)
The Magpies' narrow victory in their most recent clash will give them added confidence heading into Sunday's fixture at the London Stadium.
West Ham vs Newcastle: Tactical Breakdown & Key Players
| Newcastle United: Balanced Attack and Defensive Solidity | West Ham United: Low Confidence, Counter-Attack Hope |
|---|---|
| Tactics: Eddie Howe's side will focus on high-intensity midfield control through Bruno Guimarães and Joelinton, exploiting the electric pace of Anthony Gordon on the wing, while maintaining defensive organization with Sven Botman marshaling the backline. | Tactics: West Ham is struggling to find a cohesive system under mounting pressure. Expect them to sit deeper, absorb Newcastle pressure, and rely on quick transitions, desperately hoping for magic from Lucas Paquetá and Jarrod Bowen. |
| Key Player:Bruno Guimarães - The Brazilian midfielder is the engine room, controlling tempo and dictating play. Anthony Gordon provides pace, directness, and a genuine goal threat from wide areas. | Key Player:Lucas Paquetá - Must step up to create chances in what could be a make-or-break fixture. Jarrod Bowen remains the Hammers' primary goal threat and captain. |
West Ham Team News & Injuries
West Ham will be sweating on the fitness of some key players, with their thin squad stretched by the relentless fixture schedule and poor form affecting morale across the dressing room.
Niclas Füllkrug-Torn Muscle injury
Konstantinos Mavropanos - Muscle Injury
Oliver Scarles- collarbone
Newcastle Team News & Injuries
Newcastle should have most of their squad available, with Nick Woltemade leading the line and Kieran Trippier providing experience and quality from right-back.
Tino Livramento- Knee
Lewis Hall - Knee
Yoane Wissa - Knee
Harrison Ashby - Thigh
West Ham vs Newcastle Final Score Prediction
Given West Ham's alarming form, the -13 goal difference, and Newcastle's psychological advantage in this fixture, it is extremely difficult to see the home side salvaging anything from this encounter. The Hammers' confidence is shattered, and Newcastle will sense blood in the water.
Newcastle should control possession, dominate the midfield battle through Bruno Guimarães, and exploit West Ham's defensive frailties. Expect the Magpies to inflict more misery on the struggling Hammers and collect three vital points in their push for European qualification.
Final Score Prediction: West Ham United 0-2 Newcastle United
Predicted Goalscorers: Anthony Gordon, Nick Woltemade
Betting Tips:
- Newcastle to Win
- Both Teams to Score: NO
- Under 2.5 Goals
West Ham vs Newcastle: What's at Stake?
For West Ham United, this fixture represents a potential turning point, or further descent into crisis. A home defeat to Newcastle would leave them in the Premier League relegation zone with just 4 points after 10 games, a catastrophic start that could cost the manager his job.
For Newcastle United, three points would move them closer to the top six and reinforce their credentials as genuine contenders for European qualification once again. The Magpies will travel to East London with confidence and belief.
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