"While Newcastle might have endured a stuttering start to proceedings back in August, Eddie Howe's men have certainly found top gear on either side of October's international break. Last seen earlier in the week extended on their EFL Cup adventure as they secured a 2-0 victory at home against Tottenham, the Magpies are enjoying what has become their most fruitful spell since opening up the 2025/26 campaign. Collecting a heavyweight Champions League scalp on October 21st as they cruised their way to a 3-0 win against Jose Mourinho's Benfica, Sunday's guests should be relishing a trip to the capital here."
"Snatching a last-gasp 2-1 victory against Fulham last weekend, the former Bournemouth boss has seen his high-flying squad win each of their previous three appearances across all competitions by an aggregate score of 7-1. Heading into October's fortnight interval with a 2-0 win against Nottingham Forest, Newcastle have also won five of their last six showdowns across all fronts. Despite still waiting to claim a maiden Premier League victory away from St. James' Park this season, Howe's squad should be smelling a golden opportunity at the London Stadium this weekend."
A stacked European schedule features top contests from Spain, Italy and Germany alongside limited Saturday Premier League action. Newcastle overcame an uneven August to find strong form around October's international break, recording recent wins in the EFL Cup and Champions League, and securing consecutive victories by an aggregate 7-1 across three matches. The side has won five of their last six fixtures and beat Nottingham Forest 2-0 before the break. Newcastle remain without an away Premier League win this season but travel to the London Stadium confident of exploiting West Ham's current struggles and managerial pressure.
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