It would be a shock if Newcastle United don't emerge from their trip to Manchester City with a win when the two sides clash in the Premier League this afternoon.
That is the frank view of former Arsenal star Paul Merson who says he can't see City winning when the Magpies make the visit to the Etihad Stadium.
The two sides head into today's clash level on points and they will be keen to maintain the pressure on the top four in the race to qualify for next season's Champions League.
But while City's season has descended into struggle, Newcastle are on the rise having booked their place in the Carabao Cup final next month.
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