Manchester City host Newcastle United at the Etihad Stadium tonight while they aim to capitalise on Arsenal’s recent dropped points and apply maximum pressure at the top of the table.
The Citizens have moved within five points of the summit with a game in hand after Arsenal’s midweek stalemate at Wolves. Manager Pep Guardiola oversaw a comfortable 3–0 win over Fulham in their last league outing, and his side arrives in Manchester riding a historic 16-game home winning streak against the Magpies. Notably, City have won their last six home league games against Newcastle without conceding a single goal.
Manchester City Team News
Pep Guardiola manages a squad nearing full strength as key figures return for the title run-in. Notably, Erling Haaland is available after sitting out the FA Cup win over Salford City, while Savinho is ready to return from a long-term injury. Consequently, the Citizens possess a near-full strength attacking unit, though Jérémy Doku is not yet ready to return. Phil Foden is pushing for a start as he looks to reach 100 Premier League goal involvements.
Gianluigi Donnarumma will start in goal behind a defensive line likely featuring Ruben Dias and Marc Guéhi. In midfield, Rodri will anchor the side alongside youngster Nico O’Reilly. Rayan Cherki and Bernardo Silva are expected to provide the creative spark from advanced positions. Notably, City have been the division’s best defensive side since December, conceding just eight goals in 12 league matches. Omar Marmoush also remains a potent threat, having netted five goals in his two home appearances against Newcastle this season.
Manchester City Predicted Lineup
Manchester City predicted XI: Donnarumma; Nunes, Dias, Guehi, Ait-Nouri; Silva, Rodri, O’Reilly; Cherki, Haaland, Semenyo
When will the match kick off?
The Premier League fixture takes place at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday, 21 February 2026. Kick-off is scheduled for 20:00 GMT.
How to watch Manchester City vs Newcastle?
In the UK, the match will be broadcast live on TNT Sports 1. Fans can also follow the game via the discovery+ app.
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