Monday night football delivers a fascinating clash as Newcastle United host Liverpool at St James’ Park, and our Bet Builder focuses on midfield battles that could shape the evening. With both sides boasting combative engines in the middle of the pitch, this contest looks primed for cards and fouls. Below are the individual selections making up the bet, each with in-depth reasoning behind them.
Here’s our Bet Builder pick for Newcastle vs Liverpool, which has been placed with Bet365:
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Bruno Guimarães to Commit 2 or More Fouls
Newcastle’s midfield dynamo is known for his tenacity, often walking a fine line between strong tackles and fouls. Against a Liverpool side who thrive on quick transitions and intelligent movement, Guimarães is likely to find himself under constant pressure. Arne Slot’s men will look to overload central areas, with Alexis Mac Allister and Ryan Gravenberch moving the ball sharply while Florian Wirtz links play between midfield and attack. To disrupt these patterns, Guimarães will be tasked with breaking up Liverpool’s rhythm, which invariably means stepping into aggressive challenges.
History suggests that when Newcastle face elite opposition, Guimarães tends to pick up several fouls as he tries to protect his back line. With Mohamed Salah drifting inside and Cody Gakpo operating fluidly, Liverpool will demand quick reactions, leaving Guimarães exposed to mistimed interventions. The Brazilian’s role is to shield the defence, but with Newcastle also pushing men forward through Anthony Gordon and Harvey Barnes, his workload becomes even greater. In such scenarios, committing more than one foul feels highly plausible.
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Alexis Mac Allister to Commit 2 or More Fouls
Since joining Liverpool, Mac Allister has been integral to their midfield structure, yet his role frequently requires defensive contributions that test his discipline. Away to Newcastle, he will not enjoy the luxury of extended possession, as Bruno Guimarães and Sandro Tonali will press aggressively. Eddie Howe’s side often look to drive through the centre, forcing opponents into clumsy tackles, and Mac Allister could easily find himself guilty of such challenges.
Moreover, the Argentine has shown a willingness to break up play through tactical fouls, particularly when opponents threaten to counter at pace. With Newcastle’s wingers, Anthony Gordon and Harvey Barnes, both carrying the ball directly into central spaces, Mac Allister will be forced into defensive situations where halting transitions matters more than staying spotless in the foul count. Add the intensity of a packed St James’ Park crowd and the stakes of early-season momentum, and two fouls for Mac Allister looks more than realistic.
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Reasoning This Bet Builder centres on midfield duels, highlighting Bruno Guimarães and Alexis Mac Allister as prime candidates for fouls and cards. Both operate in roles demanding disruptive defending against quick, mobile attackers. With Newcastle and Liverpool set for a fiery battle, these selections reflect the intensity expected in midfield. | |
Bruno Guimarães to Be Shown a Card
Guimarães not only racks up fouls but also carries a reputation with referees for the manner of his challenges. In high-stakes encounters, his combative style often places him at risk of cautions. Against a Liverpool attack that constantly looks to run at defenders, the Brazilian is likely to find himself on the receiving end of tricky situations where a tactical foul may be his only option.
Referees are generally alert to persistent offenders, and Guimarães is one who tends to build up minor infringements that culminate in a booking. If Newcastle are struggling to contain Liverpool’s forwards, his frustration could also play a role, leading to an ill-timed lunge. Considering Liverpool’s movement between the lines, and Newcastle’s need to rely on him as the anchor in midfield, the probability of Guimarães seeing yellow appears high.
Alexis Mac Allister to Be Shown a Card
While Mac Allister is less reckless than Guimarães, his defensive positioning sometimes leaves him exposed. At St James’ Park, he will be asked to cover significant ground, especially if Dominik Szoboszlai is deployed out of position at right-back. This added responsibility means Mac Allister must often track runners into wide areas, where challenges can be more desperate.
With Newcastle pushing forward through energetic wingers, Mac Allister may resort to cynical fouls to prevent counter-attacks. Such actions are the sort that referees commonly punish with cards. Furthermore, Mac Allister has occasionally struggled with timing in the Premier League, particularly when facing sides who press high and force turnovers. Against a physical Newcastle midfield and quick breaks, his chances of being booked rise substantially, making this selection a strong inclusion in the Bet Builder.
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