EPL stats preview: Matchweek 5 – Newcastle United vs Hull City

Hatem Ben Arfa will be eying his third goal in as man games when Newcastle United take on Hull City ar St James’ Park

Newcastle take on Premier League new boys Hull City at Sport Direct Arena. The hosts are likely to name an unchanged line-up following their win at Villa on Saturday. Yohan Cabaye is expected to start the match despite being handed a fine this week for sitting out the first three games of the season whilst trying to secure a transfer to Arsenal.

On the other hand, Hull welcome back striker Yannick Sagbo from suspension after the player received a straight red card against Norwich. Hull manager Steve Bruce will be hoping to upset hosts.

Let’s have a look at what stats have to offer for Newcastle United vs Hull City

- Newcastle United and Hull City have only met twice in the Premier League. They drew 1-1 at Hull in March 2009, while Hull won 2-1 at Newcastle in September 2008.

- Newcastle haven’t won three Premier League games in a row since a spell of six on the trot in March-April 2012.

- Hatem Ben Arfa has registered more attempts from open play than any other Premier League player this season (13)

- Hull City are undefeated in their last 5 matches against Newcastle in all competitions.

- Hull City are yet to win away this season following 2-0 defeats to both Chelsea and Manchester City.

- A Hull City forward is yet to score this season. The Tigers only goals have come from midfielder Robbie Brady’s penalty and defender Curtis Davies.

- Danny Graham has now gone 20 Premier League appearances without scoring, with his last top-flight goal coming on 1 January 2013.