Newcastle
21 Jan, 2026
21:00
PSV
Both teams will be pushing for a win, as qualification to the top eight remains possible for each side.
For Newcastle, the gap is just 2 points, while PSV sit 4 points behind with 6 still available. This makes victory particularly important, especially for the home side.
PSV’s recent Champions League matches have been open and goal-filled. In each of their last five games in the competition, Both Teams to Score has landed, including an impressive four-goal performance at Anfield.
Both sides are dealing with absences, but Newcastle’s situation is more severe defensively. They are missing almost their entire back line, with Dúbravka, Livramento, Schär, Lascelles, and Krafth unavailable. PSV will be without Saibari due to suspension, while Pepi, their second-choice striker is sidelined through injury.
What we say
Newcastle to Win
Newcastle have been strong at St James’ Park, winning two of their three home matches with clean sheets. Their only defeat came in a narrow 1-2 loss to Barcelona. Despite facing an in-form PSV side that relies heavily on younger players, the atmosphere at St James’ Park is expected to be intense and should work firmly in Newcastle’s favor.
In addition, Newcastle have shown greater defensive solidity than PSV throughout the competition, conceding five fewer goals over the same number of matches. Taken together, these factors point toward a home victory in this crucial encounter.