Three pundits agree on how Man City will do against Newcastle United

Manchester City are back in Premier League action this evening when Newcastle United visit as both teams aim to extend their 100 per cent record.

City beat Burnley 3-0 last Friday to make a winning start to their title defence. The Magpies produced the standout result of the weekend, beating much-fancied Aston Villa 5-1.

Pep Guardiola's side are favourites to record back-to-back wins but that won't be easy against Newcastle, especially after the Blues' midweek European exploits. City beat Sevilla on penalties in the Super Cup. So, how will they fare against the in-form Magpies? MEN Sport rounds up all the pundits' predictions.

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Newcastle threw a lot at City at the start of last season when they drew 3-3 at St James' Park and I think they will cause them lots of problems this time too. City have not been near their very best so far this season, but still beat Burnley and overcame Sevilla on penalties to win the UEFA Super Cup.

Eddie Howe's side will ask very different questions to both of those sides and I am expecting another really good game. I was tempted to go with a draw here because City played in midweek, but they are at home and they should come out on top, just about.

Sutton's prediction: 3-1

This season is the real test for Newcastle United. They were incredible against Aston Villa and the Magpies will have a go at City but Pep Guardiola and co. are just too good right now.

Kevin De Bruyne is a big player for City and his absence is going to have a telling effect on them. It'll no doubt be a major blow for them. It will be interesting to see how Haaland performs in his absence.

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