Newcastle vs Burnley

Date: December 6, 2025

Kick-off: 15:00 GMT

Stadium: St. James' Park

Newcastle (4-3-3)

• Goalkeeper: A. Ramsdale
• Defenders: T. Livramento, M. Thiaw, F. Schär, D. Burn
• Midfielders: J. Ramsey, Bruno Guimarães, J. Willock
• Forwards: A. Elanga, N. Woltemade, A. Gordon

Burnley (4-3-3)

• Goalkeeper: M. Dúbravka
• Defenders: K. Walker, H. Ekdal, M. Estève, Lucas Pires
• Midfielders: L. Ugochukwu, J. Cullen, Florentino
• Forwards: A. Broja, L. Foster, J. Bruun Larsen

Newcastle will be without S. Botman (Lower Back Injury), W. Osula (Ankle Injury), N. Pope (Muscle Injury), K. Trippier (Hamstring Injury), E. Krafth (Knee Injury), S. Tonali (Thigh Injury), and Y. Wissa (Knee Injury). Their absence will challenge the squad depth as they seek to build momentum.

Burnley will miss Z. Amdouni (Knee Injury), J. Beyer (Hamstring Injury), C. Roberts (Groin Injury), and A. Tuanzebe (Muscle Injury). These key absences put extra strain on their already struggling lineup.

Newcastle sits 12th in the Premier League, looking to solidify their standing against a Burnley team that finds itself fighting relegation in 19th place. This match presents a valuable opportunity for Newcastle to secure vital points.

Newcastle is coming off a draw followed by two wins and one loss in their last four matches, displaying resilience and improving form with 19 goals scored in the season. Their home form shows promise at 4 wins and only 2 losses.

Burnley has struggled significantly, recording four consecutive losses in their recent matches. They have only managed to score 15 goals this season, with defensive frailties evident from conceding 28 goals.

• May 4, 2024: Burnley 1 - 4 Newcastle
• September 30, 2023: Newcastle 2 - 0 Burnley
• May 22, 2022: Burnley 1 - 2 Newcastle
• December 4, 2021: Newcastle 1 - 0 Burnley

Match: Burnley - Newcastle
Tournament: Premier League - Regular Season - 19
Kick-off: December 30 2025, 19:30 GMT
Stadium: Turf Moor

Burnley (3-4-2-1)

• Goalkeeper: M. Dúbravka
• Defenders: J. Laurent, H. Ekdal, M. Estève
• Midfielders: K. Walker, Florentino, L. Ugochukwu, Lucas Pires
• Forwards: M. Edwards, L. Tchaouna, A. Broja

Newcastle (4-3-3)

• Goalkeeper: N. Pope
• Defenders: L. Miley, M. Thiaw, F. Schär, L. Hall
• Midfielders: S. Tonali, Bruno Guimarães, Joelinton
• Forwards: H. Barnes, Y. Wissa, A. Gordon

Burnley will be without Z. Amdouni (knee injury), J. Beyer (hamstring injury), J. Cullen (injury), L. Foster (international duty), H. Mejbri (suspended), C. Roberts (groin injury), A. Tuanzebe (international duty), M. Estève (knock), and J. Worrall (injury). Their absence could burden their already struggling squad.
Newcastle faces several injuries as well, with S. Botman (lower back injury), D. Burn (chest injury), A. Elanga (knock), E. Krafth (knee injury), J. Lascelles (muscle injury), T. Livramento (knee injury), W. Osula (ankle injury), and K. Trippier (hamstring injury) all missing out. This will likely impact their defensive stability.

This encounter sees Burnley, currently in the relegation zone at 19th place with 12 points, battling for survival against a Newcastle side sitting mid-table at 14th with 23 points. Both teams desperately need points to achieve their respective goals as the season approaches its halfway mark.

Burnley comes into this match struggling, with a recent record of two draws and two losses. Their overall form reflects a total of three wins, three draws, and twelve losses in the Premier League, highlighting significant defensive weaknesses, especially away from home.
Newcastle's recent form is mixed, with one win, two losses, and one draw in their last four outings. Their total record shows six wins, five draws, and seven losses, indicating they have been inconsistent but remain more stable than their opponents.

• December 6, 2025: Newcastle 2-1 Burnley
• May 4, 2024: Burnley 1-4 Newcastle
• September 30, 2023: Newcastle 2-0 Burnley
• May 22, 2022: Burnley 1-2 Newcastle
• December 4, 2021: Newcastle 1-0 Burnley