Match statistics snapshot
- Manchester City created the clearer chances on xG (1.35 vs 0.58, Δ 0.77).
- Manchester City fired more attempts (15 vs 13 shots).
- Manchester City held more of the ball (55% possession).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Manchester City | Statistic | Newcastle |
|---|---|---|
| 1.35Lead | Expected goals (xG) | 0.58 |
| 1Lead | Offsides | 5 |
| 10Lead | Shots inside the box | 8 |
| 6Lead |
| Shots off target |
|---|
| 3 |
| 7 | Shots on target | 7 |
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| 5 | Shots outside the box | 5 |
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| 15Lead | Total shots | 13 |
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How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Manchester City | Statistic | Newcastle |
|---|---|---|
| 55%Lead | Ball possession | 45% |
| 84%Lead | Pass accuracy | 81% |
| 388Lead | Accurate passes | 293 |
| 460Lead | Total passes | 362 |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Manchester City | Statistic | Newcastle |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | Corner kicks | 5 |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Manchester City | Statistic | Newcastle |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Blocked shots | 3Lead |
| 6Lead | Goalkeeper saves | 5 |
| -0.14 | Goals prevented | -0.14 |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Manchester City | Statistic | Newcastle |
|---|---|---|
| 12Lead | Fouls | 13 |
| Red cards | ||
| 2Lead | Yellow cards | 5 |