13. Newcastle United Vs Northampton Town - Our Writers' Score Predictions
Chris Waugh (NUFC Editor) | @ChrisDHWaugh It won't be a slick performance from NUFC but Steve McClaren will earn his first win a boss. Goals from Ayoze Perez and Siem de Jong either side of half-time will give the Magpies a workmanlike victory and send them through to the third round. Prediction: Newcastle United 2-1 Northampton TownRoss Tweddell (NUFC Writer) | @TwedzTweets Newcastle will name a strong side and win this game at a canter. No messing around. Both Mike Ashley and Steve McClaren have stuck their respective necks on the line and will be making sure they deliver on their promises in the domestic cup competitions. United will find themselves 2-0 up at half time, despite not playing the most attractive football with a makeshift side before Ivan Toney comes on to bag a brace! Written in the stars. A dream debut will make the Wednesday morning headlines. Prediction: Newcastle United 4-0 Northampton TownMatt Smith (NUFC Writer) | @ElasticoChop Newcastle need to show up. Not only would a comfortable 3-0 give the Magpies' their first win of the season but it would also install confidence into what could be a promising cup run. Rolando Aaron's could be a key player if he starts. I fancy the midfielder to grab a goal. Prediction: Newcastle United 3-0 Northampton Town
