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The absence of Newcastle's defensive leader Schär and the extreme relegation desperation of West Ham shift the probability density away from a low-scoring 1-1 or 1-0 toward more volatile 2-2, 1-2, and 2-1 scorelines.
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Newcastle Recent Form: Last 5
West Ham Recent Form: Last 5
Key Factors
Maximum stakes: West Ham (18th) is fighting for Premier League survival, requiring a win to avoid potential relegation before the final day, while Newcastle (13th) has no mathematical objectives left.
Newcastle Defensive Crisis: The Magpies are missing key defensive pillars including Fabian Schär, Tino Livramento, and Sven Botman, contributing to a record of only one clean sheet in their last 14 matches.
Advanced Stats: Newcastle has dropped 27 points from winning positions this season (League high), while West Ham's xG efficiency has spiked in 'must-win' scenarios against lower/mid-table opposition.
Injuries & Absentees
Newcastle is severely depleted; the loss of Fabian Schär (ankle) and Joelinton (thigh) removes the team's defensive leadership and midfield physicality. West Ham is nearly at full strength, with the fit-again Callum Wilson likely motivated to score against his former club, while only Adama Traore is sidelined.
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Frequently Asked Questions about this prediction
What was the result of Newcastle vs West Ham?
Newcastle beat West Ham 3-1 in the Premier League (matchday 37) on 17 May 2026.
Did Coach AI predict Newcastle vs West Ham correctly?
Coach AI predicted 1-2: the outcome was not right. The fans predicted Newcastle win (67%), which was right.
What is the correct score prediction for Newcastle vs West Ham?
Coach AI predicts 1-2 as the correct score for Newcastle vs West Ham. This page also covers the expected line-ups, injuries and xG.
What is the recent form of Newcastle and West Ham?
Newcastle form (last 5): 1W-1D-3L. West Ham form (last 5): 2W-1D-2L.
What are the injury and suspension updates for Newcastle vs West Ham?
Newcastle is severely depleted; the loss of Fabian Schär (ankle) and Joelinton (thigh) removes the team's defensive leadership and midfield physicality. West Ham is nearly at full strength, with the fit-again Callum Wilson likely motivated to score against his former club, while only Adama Traore is sidelined.
How many goals do Newcastle and West Ham score on average?
Newcastle score at home 1.8 goals on average and concede 1.6 (18 matches). West Ham score away 1.0 goals on average and concede 1.8 (18 matches).
What is the head-to-head record between Newcastle and West Ham?
Football Meister has recorded 1 previous meeting between Newcastle and West Ham: Newcastle won 0, West Ham won 1 and 0 ended in a draw. The goal tally is 1-3.
What was the last result between Newcastle and West Ham?
The last meeting was on 2 Nov 2025: West Ham - Newcastle 3-1.
What is the most likely correct score for Newcastle vs West Ham?
According to the score probability matrix, 1-1 is the most likely scoreline (12%), followed by 1-2 (11%) and 2-1 (10%).
What do football fans and other predictors think about Newcastle vs West Ham?
Among Football Meister players, 67% back a home win for Newcastle, 11% a draw, and 22% an away win for West Ham. The most predicted scoreline is 2-1. Fans are more bullish than Coach AI on Newcastle: fans pick 67% home win, Coach AI calculates 44%.
What is the most popular prediction for Newcastle vs West Ham?
The most predicted scoreline for Newcastle vs West Ham is 2-1. Of all Football Meister players, 67% back Newcastle, 11% a draw and 22% West Ham.
What time does Newcastle vs West Ham kick off?
Newcastle vs West Ham kicks off on Sunday, 17 May 2026 at 17:30 (Central European Time). The match is part of the Premier League.
Who is the referee for Newcastle vs West Ham?
The referee for Newcastle vs West Ham in the Premier League is Jarred Gillett.
What are the key factors for Newcastle vs West Ham?
Coach AI identifies three decisive factors for Newcastle vs West Ham: 1. Maximum stakes: West Ham (18th) is fighting for Premier League survival, requiring a win to avoid potential relegation before the final day, while Newcastle (13th) has no mathematical objectives left. 2. Newcastle Defensive Crisis: The Magpies are missing key defensive pillars including Fabian Schär, Tino Livramento, and Sven Botman, contributing to a record of only one clean sheet in their last 14 matches. 3. Advanced Stats: Newcastle has dropped 27 points from winning positions this season (League high), while West Ham's xG efficiency has spiked in 'must-win' scenarios against lower/mid-table opposition..
Which scenario does Coach AI see for Newcastle vs West Ham?
Coach AI sees Newcastle as the stronger side in Newcastle vs West Ham. The full analysis with the expected score, xG and injuries is on this page.
How does Coach AI predict this match?
Coach AI analyzes thousands of data points, including xG, recent form, team news, and tactical developments for every match.
How often are these football predictions updated?
Insights are updated daily to incorporate the latest developments, injuries, and market movements.
How accurate are the Coach AI predictions?
Coach AI has analyzed over 1,000 matches. In 50% of cases, the correct outcome (home win, draw, or away win) is predicted accurately. In more than 10% of matches, the exact final score matches the prediction, significantly above the market average.
What is Coach AI's track record?
Coach AI has predicted over 1,000 matches: 50% correct outcome, 10%+ exact final score. The model consistently outperforms standard probability calculations and gives football fans the data they need to make truly informed predictions.
What data does Coach AI use for its predictions?
Coach AI combines Expected Goals (xG), recent team form over the last five matches, head-to-head records, up-to-date injury news, and tactical match-up analysis. The model is updated daily so every prediction reflects the most current information available.