Mark Lawrenson states his prediction for Manchester City vs Newcastle

  Manchester City are preparing to face Newcastle on Boxing Day. Ahead of the game, BBC football expert Mark Lawrenson has stated his prediction. "Newcastle did not play well against Brentford when they went out of the Carabao Cup in midweek, and they only managed a draw at home to Fulham last weekend. "The Magpies will have to do a lot better than that to get anything at Etihad Stadium and I don't see it happening. "Having Sergio Aguero back fully fit to lead their attack would be a big boost for City but I would expect them to beat Newcastle even if he isn't ready." Lawrenson's scrore prediction: 3-0  source - BBC / Join us on Telegram

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