Newcastle United are set to face West Brom in the Carabao Cup 2026-27 at St. James' Park on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, with a 12:15 AM IST kick-off. Newcastle United drew 2-2 with Liverpool in their previous match, with a 99th-minute penalty scored by Dominik Szoboszlai.
What to Expect from the Match
Newcastle United's head coach, Matthias Jaissle, will be looking to secure a win against West Brom, who started their season with a 2-1 win over Norwich City and a 3-1 comeback win over Burnley in the EFL Championship. The Magpies' starting XI includes Ewen Jaouen, Amar Dedic, Malick Thiaw, and Nick Woltemade, among others.
Key Players to Watch
Anthony Elanga and Yoane Wissa are some of the key players who could make a difference in the match. West Brom's starting XI includes Matt Ingram, Alexander David Williams, and Chris Mepham, among others. As reported by Khel Now, the match is expected to be a thrilling encounter between the two teams.
Current Form and Standings
Newcastle United are currently 11th in the Premier League with 1 point from 1 game, having drawn their previous match. They have scored 2 goals and conceded 2 goals, with a goal difference of 0. The Magpies are 2 points behind leaders Brighton and will be looking to secure a win to move up the table. Their next fixture is against Tottenham on August 29, 2026, away from home. You can check the latest standings on our standings page and the upcoming fixtures on our fixtures page.
What's Next for Newcastle United
The match against West Brom is a crucial one for Newcastle United, and a win could boost their morale and confidence. With their current form and standings, the Magpies will be looking to secure a win and move up the table. You can check the latest stats and updates on our stats page and the current squad on our squad page. The match is expected to be a closely contested one, and the outcome will depend on the performance of the players on the day.
