The hosts are in second place (53 points) and fighting for the title. Their chances of catching Arsenal are extremely high after their mistake against Wolves, and they can't afford to miss out. Guardiola's side are on a fantastic run: four wins in a row, including a recent impressive success against Liverpool. Their attacking play is particularly impressive, with the Citizens scoring at least twice in eight of their last 10 games.
Newcastle are in 10th place (36 points) and are extremely inconsistent. They have lost three of their last five matches, including a 3-1 defeat to Man City in the League Cup. However, the Magpies are consistently conceding goals, even against underdogs, and are currently competing in the UEFA Champions League Round of 32.
Given the hosts' title race motivation, their killer form and Newcastle's defensive problems, a Manchester City victory looks inevitable.
