Premier League Regular Season - 27
Manchester City 2 - 1 FT Newcastle
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
D. Burn 9'
14' N. O'Reilly (O. Marmoush)
L. Hall (J. Ramsey) 22'
27' N. O'Reilly (E. Haaland)
41' R. Dias
HT
46' ↓ R. Dias ↑A. Khusanov
J. Willock 48'
50' B. Silva
58' ↓ O. Marmoush ↑R. Cherki
↓ N. Woltemade ↑Joelinton 60'
↓ J. Willock ↑H. Barnes 60'
H. Barnes 62'
K. Trippier 65'
↓ A. Elanga ↑J. Murphy 78'
↓ A. Gordon ↑W. Osula 78'
87' ↓ A. Semenyo ↑P. Foden
Joelinton 89'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Manchester City
Goalkeepers
Gianluigi Donnarumma 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Matheus Nunes 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Rúben Dias
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Marc Guéhi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rayan Aït-Nouri
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Rodri 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
65%
Pass Acc
Antoine Semenyo 
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Bernardo Silva 
MAGNET
86
Activity
86
Activity
75
Passes
11
Duels
Nico O'Reilly 
HITMAN
2
Goals
2
Goals
2
On Target
8.6
Rating
Forwards
Erling Haaland
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
11
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Omar Marmoush 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
2
Key Passes
7.3
Rating
BENCH
James Trafford 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Abdukodir Khusanov
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
49
Total Mins
Started
Entry
John Stones
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rico Lewis
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rayan Cherki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
36
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tijjani Reijnders
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nico González
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Phil Foden
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
7
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Savinho
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Newcastle
Goalkeepers
Nick Pope
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Defenders
Kieran Trippier
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
55%
Pass Acc
Malick Thiaw
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
7
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Dan Burn 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
47%
Duel Win %
Lewis Hall 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Midfielders
Jacob Ramsey
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
1
Assists
23%
Pass Acc
Sandro Tonali
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Joe Willock
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
60
Entry
Forwards
Anthony Elanga
LATE SHIFT
12
Late Mins
12
Late Mins
78
Total Mins
78
Entry
Nick Woltemade
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
60
Entry
Anthony Gordon
LATE SHIFT
12
Late Mins
12
Late Mins
78
Total Mins
78
Entry
BENCH
John Ruddy
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Aaron Ramsdale
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Alex Murphy
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Leo Shahar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Joelinton
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
34
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Harvey Barnes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
34
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jacob Murphy
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
William Osula
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sean Neave
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/02/2026 | Manchester City | 3 - 1 | Newcastle | League Cup | Etihad Stadium |
| 13/01/2026 | Newcastle | 0 - 2 | Manchester City | League Cup | St James' Park |
| 22/11/2025 | Newcastle | 2 - 1 | Manchester City | Premier League | St. James' Park |
| 15/02/2025 | Manchester City | 4 - 0 | Newcastle | Premier League | Etihad Stadium |
| 28/09/2024 | Newcastle | 1 - 1 | Manchester City | Premier League | St. James' Park |
| 16/03/2024 | Manchester City | 2 - 0 | Newcastle | FA Cup | Etihad Stadium |
| 13/01/2024 | Newcastle | 2 - 3 | Manchester City | Premier League | St. James' Park |
| 27/09/2023 | Newcastle | 1 - 0 | Manchester City | League Cup | St. James' Park |
| 19/08/2023 | Manchester City | 1 - 0 | Newcastle | Premier League | Etihad Stadium |
| 04/03/2023 | Manchester City | 2 - 0 | Newcastle | Premier League | Etihad Stadium |
04/02/2026
13/01/2026
22/11/2025
15/02/2025
28/09/2024
16/03/2024
13/01/2024
27/09/2023
19/08/2023
04/03/2023
Manchester City Win
Newcastle Win
Draw
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
O'Reilly's Brace Powers City Past Newcastle
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 58/100. A whirlwind first-half display saw Manchester City’s rising star secure three vital points at the Etihad Stadium to keep the pressure on at the top of the table.
The Quick-Fire Opening
The Etihad Stadium bore witness to a high-speed encounter that exploded into life before the twenty-minute mark. Manchester City looked to dictate terms early on, and they found their breakthrough in the 14th minute. Young talent Nico O'Reilly showed composure far beyond his years, latching onto a delivery from Omar Marmoush to slot home the opener. The Intensity was palpable as the hosts looked to overwhelm the visitors, with City eventually racking up 15 total shots throughout the afternoon. Despite City’s early dominance and 56% possession, the Magpies refused to fold, setting the stage for a chaotic sequence of events that would define the first half's narrative.
The Mid-Half Exchange
Newcastle found an answer just as the home crowd was settling into a rhythm. In the 22nd minute, Lewis Hall capitalised on a setup from J. Ramsey to level the scoring, momentarily stunning the Etihad. The Balance of the match shifted rapidly during this 13-minute window where three goals were traded. However, the parity lasted only five minutes. In the 27th minute, Erling Haaland turned creator, providing the crucial assist for O'Reilly to grab his second of the match. This quick response restored the lead and proved to be the decisive blow, as City’s clinical edge in the final third outweighed Newcastle’s spirited attempts to disrupt the champions' flow.
Resilience and Resolution
The second half evolved into a tactical battle of attrition where Rodri asserted his usual dominance in the engine room. With a match-high rating, the Spaniard kept the tempo ticking and ensured the visitors had limited opportunities to find a second equaliser. A barrage of 26 total shots across both teams turned the match into a showcase for the shot-stoppers, with goalkeepers combining for 9 saves to keep the scoreline tight. Newcastle pushed late, but City’s defensive structure held firm. This result keeps City firmly in the title race, while Newcastle will rue their inability to convert late pressure into points despite a courageous effort in a difficult away environment.
Key Questions
What made Nico O'Reilly the Man of the Match?
Nico O'Reilly’s clinical brace proved the difference, scoring both of City's goals from their 15 attempts to secure a crucial three points at home.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
City’s Title Ambitions Meet the Magpies’ Grit
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 70/100. This clash at the Etihad Stadium is a definitive crossroad for Manchester City’s championship pursuit against a Newcastle team that thrives on disrupting the elite.
The Setup
The race for the Premier League crown is tightening, and Manchester City finds themselves in a position where dropped points feel like a disaster. Currently sitting in 2nd place, City’s recent Form has been uncharacteristically patchy, with three draws in their last five outings. However, their Stars rating remains world-class, fueled by the sheer individual quality available to navigate these high-pressure scenarios. Newcastle arrives at the Etihad Stadium as a dangerous wildcard on February 21, 2026. Occupying 9th place, they aren't fighting for survival, but their recent string of wins shows a team regaining its identity. With a high Stakes rating for the hosts, this isn't just another fixture—it’s a statement game.
Key Battle
The outcome hinges on the midfield engine room where Phil Foden will look to exploit the pockets of space that Bruno Guimarães is tasked with closing. Foden has been electric lately, serving as the creative heartbeat for the home side. If Guimarães can disrupt City’s rhythm and force turnovers, Newcastle’s counter-attacking speed could turn the Etihad Stadium silent. It is a classic confrontation of elite vision versus combative grit.
Our Take
We expect City to suffocate the visitors with possession from the opening whistle. While Newcastle’s defensive unit will be stubborn, the relentless movement of Erling Haaland should eventually break the deadlock. Newcastle might find joy on the break, but City’s desperation for three points in this title race will likely see them edge a tight, high-intensity encounter. Our take is a hard-fought home victory where individual brilliance outshines collective defensive discipline.