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The prediction and betting suggestion for Wolverhampton vs Newcastle on January 18, 2026, according to the analysis provided by experts, is: Over 2.5 goals.

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Wolverhampton vs Newcastle on January 18, 2026, will take place in Wolverhampton at Molineux Stadium.

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The most voted prediction by experts for the Wolverhampton vs Newcastle match in the 'odds' market was, with equal percentages at 50%, both a Newcastle win and a draw.

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Wolverhampton vs Newcastle Prediction – Premier League

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Check out the best predictions for Wolverhampton vs Newcastle

Here you will find the best prediction for Wolverhampton vs Newcastle in the Premier League, along with an analysis of the match and betting tips.

Read below our detailed analysis of both teams, including their recent performances and key statistics from their last matches to provide the best prediction for this match between Wolverhampton and Newcastle.

Wolverhampton

January 18, 2026 – 14::00
Premier League
2025/2026
Regular season – Round 22

Newcastle

Betting tip and prediction for this match between Wolverhampton and Newcastle

The best prediction for the Wolverhampton vs Newcastle match in the Premier League is that both teams will score. Although Newcastle United is expected to have greater control of the game, both the away team and Wolverhampton have shown a strong offensive tendency, often at the expense of defensive solidity. All indications suggest that this will be an open game, with a fast pace and goal-scoring opportunities at both ends.

Best prediction for Wolverhampton vs Newcastle

Over 0.5 goals in the 1st half (live betting tip)
Over 1.5 goals (live betting tip, double or treble)
Over 2.5 goals (the riskiest tip)

Match prediction for Wolverhampton vs Newcastle

The teams Wolverhampton and Newcastle will face off at Molineux Stadium in a match for the 22nd round of the Premier League. It was Newcastle United who won at home 1-0 in their last meeting in this league edition on September 13, 2025. At this stadium, head-to-head records indicate a balance between these two teams, with 2 draws and 1 win for each side in their last 4 encounters. However, the last time they met at this venue was on September 15, 2024, in a Premier League game that ended with Newcastle United win 2-1. The goals were scored by Mario Lemina (36′) for Wolverhampton and by Fabian Schär (75′) and Harvey Barnes (80′) for Newcastle. In this match, the home factor could play an important role, as both teams show significant differences in their results at home and away.

Wolverhampton Analysis

After 1 win, 4 draws, and 16 losses, the home team is in 20th place, having gained 7 points. In their last match, they drew 1-1 away against Everton, after previously winning at home 3-0 against West Ham United. This is a stronger team when playing at home, as in their last 30 matches they have recorded 2 wins, 3 draws, and 10 losses away; compared to 4 wins, 2 draws, and 9 losses at home. The team arrives at this encounter after a home victory against Shrewsbury Town by 6-1. In the league, Wolverhampton has obtained 4 points from a possible 30, with 1 win, 1 draw, and 8 losses in their last 10 home matches. Defensive solidity has not been their strength, having conceded goals in 9 of the last 10 matches in this competition. There is a trend for goals in their home games, as 9 of the last 10 matches they played in this competition ended with over 1.5 goals. This is a team that rarely scores first, having only done so in 4 of their last 21 matches in the Premier League, of which they were leading at halftime in 2 and managed to win at the end of the 90’ in just 1. In 21 matches in this competition, they conceded the first goal 17 times and have never managed to turn the score around. In the last 10 home games in this competition, there is one standout period: they scored 5 of their 10 goals between minutes 31’ and 45’.

The Wolverhampton team comes into this clash after a victory by 6-1 against Shrewsbury Town in an FA Cup match. In their last match in the Premier League, the hosts drew 1-1 against Everton. The home side usually plays in a 3-5-2 formation, with the two most advanced players being Tolu Arokodare and Hee-Chan Hwang. When building offensive plays, they typically exploit the right flank, taking advantage of the width provided by full-back Jackson Tchatchoua. Given the tactical system used, one major strength of Wolverhampton’s setup is their attack through the flanks. Missing from this game are Marshall Munetsi, Daniel Bentley, and Toti Gomes, all injured.

Confirmed lineup: José Sá, Yerson Mosquera, Santiago Bueno, Hugo Bueno, Jackson Tchatchoua, Ladislav Krejci, João Gomes, Hee-chan Hwang, Mateus Mané, Jhon Arias, Tolu Arokodare.
Coach: R. Edwards.

Newcastle Analysis

The away team is currently in 6th position, with 32 points earned from 9 wins, 5 draws, and 7 losses. In their penultimate match, they won at home against Crystal Palace 2-0. In their last match, they won at home against Leeds United 4-3. This is a team impacted by the home factor, stronger when playing with the support of their fans, as in their last 30 matches, they recorded 3 wins, 5 draws, and 7 losses away, totaling 20 goals scored and 20 conceded. At home, they have achieved 10 wins, 3 draws, and 2 losses, with a total of 30 goals scored and 17 conceded. In their last match, in the League Cup, they lost to Manchester City at home 0-2. Their last away game in this competition ended in a 1-3 victory against Burnley. In their last 10 away league matches, Newcastle has registered 2 wins, 3 draws, and 5 losses, earning 9 points from a possible 30. In their away league games, the most frequent halftime score has been 0-0 (4 in 10 matches). Defensive solidity has not been their strong suit, as they conceded goals in 9 of the last 10 matches, but their attack has scored consistently, as they found the net in 8 of the last 10 matches in this competition. In their away matches, there is a trend for few goals, with 5 of their last 10 matches in the competition ending with under 1.5 goals. In 21 matches in this competition, they conceded the first goal 5 times and only managed 1 comeback. In their last 10 away matches in this competition, there is one standout period: they scored 4 of their 10 goals between minutes 0’ and 15’.

The Newcastle United team arrives at this encounter after a loss by 0-2 against Manchester City in an FA Cup match. In their last game in the Premier League, the visitors won against Leeds 4-3. The away team typically plays in a 4-3-3 formation, where the three most advanced players are Harvey Barnes, Yoane Wissa, and Anthony Gordon. The brain of the team is midfielder Sandro Tonali, responsible for defining and guiding the team’s offensive pushes. When entering offensive plays, they normally do so through the left flank, utilizing the width provided by Lewis Hall. Missing from this game are Dan Burn, Emil Krafth, William Osula, Fabian Schar, and Jamaal Lascelles, all injured.

Confirmed lineup: Nick Pope, Sven Botman, Lewis Hall, Malick Thiaw, Lewis Miley, Bruno Guimarães, Joelinton, Sandro Tonali, Anthony Gordon, Harvey Barnes, Nick Woltemade.
Coach: E. Howe.