Newcastle United head to the City Ground on Sunday, looking to officially secure their Premier League survival for the upcoming season.
Eddie Howe’s squad currently sits on 45 points, requiring just a single point from their remaining three matches to mathematically guarantee safety. The Magpies snapped a four-match losing streak with a victory over Brighton in their last outing, though their away form has proven to be a persistent challenge.
Newcastle boast an impressive record at this venue, having avoided defeat in all seven previous Premier League away games against Nottingham Forest. They have won each of their last four trips to the City Ground and are now chasing a historic fifth consecutive away victory against a single top-flight opponent. Howe also holds an 86% win rate against Forest, among the best in his managerial career.
**Newcastle United Team News**
The Magpies have suffered a significant setback, with Lewis Miley ruled out for the rest of the season. The midfielder fractured his fibula in training this week and has since undergone surgery. He joins Tino Livramento and Fabian Schär on the injury list, with Howe confirming Livramento is also likely done for the campaign. Schär’s status remains unclear after a recent infection delayed his recovery from an ankle problem.
In Miley’s absence, Kieran Trippier is expected to return to the defensive line. Will Osula is set to lead the attack after scoring four times in his last six appearances, with Howe praising his “rich potential” and finishing ability. Dan Burn will continue to provide aerial strength at the back, which Howe credits for improving the team’s set-piece performance. Nick Woltemade, who scored in the reverse fixture in October, is likely to start on a bench that remains valuable but has seen limited recent starts.
**Newcastle United Predicted Lineup**
Newcastle United Predicted XI: Pope; Trippier, Thiaw, Botman, Burn; Tonali, Guimaraes; Barnes, Willock, Joelinton; Osula
The Premier League fixture at the City Ground kicks off at 14:00 BST on Sunday, 10 May 2026. The match will be broadcast live in the UK on Sky Sports Main Event, with streaming available via NOW TV.