FootballPremier League 2026/27
Newcastle United vs Fulham Prediction, score and odds
Draw 18% · fair 5.56
- Kick-off
- 20:30 IST · 15:00 UK
- Date
- Sat, 16 Jan 2027
- Venue
- St James' Park, Newcastle
- UK broadcast
- Not yet picked for UK TV
The case · 01
Who wins Newcastle vs Fulham, and why?
The argument for the favourite, and the route to an upset.
Why they should win
Newcastle United
- 72% to win on the KhelKing goals model, a fair back price of 1.39.
- 2.25 expected goals to 0.70: they should create the better chances.
- Home advantage at St James' Park, worth about three tenths of a goal.
How they could upset it
Fulham
- 10% to win plus 18% for the draw: 28% that Newcastle do not win.
- Counter-attacks: a favourite chasing the game leaves space behind.
- An early goal would force Newcastle to chase.
Goals model · 02
How many goals will there be in Newcastle vs Fulham?
The KhelKing goals model, run thousands of times.
- Newcastle 72%, draw 18%, Fulham 10%: a strong lean.
- Projected score 3-0, with goals expected (3.0 xG).
- Both teams to score: 45% on the KhelKing model.
- Projected score
- 3-0
- Half-time
- 0-0
- Both score
- 45%
- Expected goals
- 2.25 – 0.70
Deciding factors · 03
Which factors will settle this match?
Home advantage, expected goals and the factor carrying the most weight here.
Home advantage
Newcastle are both the stronger team and at home, which the model values at a little over a fifth of a goal. The two edges stack.
EdgeNewcastle
Expected goals
3.0 expected goals is above the league norm, and over 2.5 lands 56% of the time in our simulations.
EdgeGoals
Quality gap
Newcastle rate clearly stronger and the draw is only 18%. If they score first, the game should follow.
EdgeNewcastle
How to play it · 04
How should you back or lay Newcastle vs Fulham on KhelKing?
Fair prices for the pick and the outsider, then three selections from the safest to the boldest.
Newcastle United
Accept 1.39 or longer. A ₹100 back at 1.39 pays ₹139 including your stake.
Fulham
Lay only at 10.00 or shorter. At 10.00, a ₹100 lay puts ₹900 at risk to win ₹100.
AnchorLowest risk
Draw no bet
Back Newcastle
Your stake comes back if it finishes level, so only a Fulham win loses.
88% chance1.14
ValueBalanced
Total goals
Over 2.5
3.0 expected goals clears the 2.5 line more often than not.
56% chance1.79
Long shotHighest reward
Correct score
Newcastle 3-0 Fulham
The model's likeliest scoreline. Correct-score bets pay big but rarely land, so keep the stake light.
10% chance10.00
Team shape · 05
How will the two teams set up?
Official line-ups are announced roughly an hour before kick-off.
At home
Newcastle United
Newcastle are organised and tough to break down, and they tend to earn results at St James' Park by controlling the middle of the pitch.
Away
Fulham
Fulham are likely to sit in a compact shape on the road at St James' Park and wait for a single opening rather than chase control.
What could change · 06
What would change the KhelKing prediction?
Team news and match events that would move our numbers.
- If
Newcastle field a weakened XI
ThenRotation or a missing key player would take several points off their win chance. Line-ups drop an hour before kick-off.
- If
Fulham score first
ThenThe favourite must chase, and both the draw and the upset become far more likely.
- If
a red card arrives in the first hour
ThenPlaying with ten men rewrites the expected-goals picture, whichever team it hits.
The long read · 07
Newcastle vs Fulham match preview
Sides chasing a result leave space, and that is where upsets happen.
Fulham travel to St James' Park for a 2026/27 Premier League fixture that KhelKing grades as a strong lean. We project 2.25 xG for Newcastle and 0.70 for Fulham. Over thousands of simulated games, Newcastle come out on top in 72% of them. An early goal would transform the game for Fulham. Sides chasing a result leave space, and that is where upsets happen.
Fixture timeline · 08
Fixture timeline: Newcastle and Fulham
Rest days and the next game for both clubs, taken from the official Premier League fixture list.
Newcastle play 9 days after their match away at Man Utd on 07 Jan. Next they are away at Arsenal 7 days after this game. Premier League game 21 of 38.
Fulham play 10 days after their match at home to Spurs on 06 Jan. Next they are at home to Villa 7 days after this game. Premier League game 21 of 38.
The two clubs already met at Craven Cottage on Sat, 07 Nov 2026, so this is the return fixture.
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Newcastle United vs Fulham FAQs
Quick, straight answers to what cricket, football and tennis fans ask us most.
Who will win Newcastle vs Fulham?
KhelKing expects Newcastle United to win. The goals model rates Newcastle 72%, the draw 18% and Fulham 10%, which we grade as a strong lean.
What is the predicted score for Newcastle United vs Fulham?
Our projected score is 3-0, with 0-0 at half-time. The most frequent exact score across our simulations is 2-0, at 13%.
What are the fair odds for Newcastle vs Fulham?
By our numbers: Newcastle 1.39, draw 5.56, Fulham 10.00. Any back price shorter than that offers no value on the KhelKing model.
What time does Newcastle United vs Fulham kick off in India?
20:30 IST in India (UK date Sat, 16 Jan 2027, 15:00 UK time), at St James' Park in Newcastle. Kick-offs can be moved for TV, so recheck nearer the day.
Why could Fulham upset Newcastle in Newcastle vs Fulham?
10% to win plus 18% for the draw: 28% that Newcastle do not win. Counter-attacks: a favourite chasing the game leaves space behind. An early goal would force Newcastle to chase.
How should I trade Newcastle vs Fulham on KhelKing?
By KhelKing numbers, back Newcastle United at 1.39 or longer, or lay Fulham at 10.00 or shorter. A lay wins whenever Fulham fail to win; at 10.00, a ₹100 lay carries ₹900 of liability. Prices move before and during play, so check the live back and lay odds first.
Newcastle vs Fulham match kaun jeetega?
KhelKing ke goals model mein Newcastle United aage hain: Newcastle 72%, draw 18%, Fulham 10%. Sabse sambhavit score 3-0 hai. Yeh ek anumaan hai, guarantee nahi.
Is it legal to bet on Newcastle vs Fulham in India?
In India, online betting is governed by both central and state law, and the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025 restricts online real-money gaming. Check the rules that apply in your state before you play. This is general information rather than legal advice, and KhelKing is for adults aged 18 and over only.
Can Fulham cause an upset in Newcastle vs Fulham?
Yes, with an early goal, a disciplined back line and an off day for Newcastle's attack. KhelKing gives Fulham a 10% chance.
How many goals are expected in Newcastle vs Fulham?
3.0 expected goals in all. The likeliest goal count is 2, and a 0-0 shows up 6% of the time.
Dates and kick-offs follow the official Premier League fixture list and can change for TV or cup fixtures. The win chances, projected scores and picks here come from the KhelKing model, which weighs team strength, venue history and conditions. They are estimates, never guarantees, and every bet settles at the live exchange price you accept. For adults 18+ only. Fix a budget before you bet and gamble responsibly.
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