Betting tips for Sheffield Wednesday vs Newcastle United: FA Cup preview and odds

Sheffield Wednesday are seeking an FA Cup third-round upset when they welcome Newcastle United to Hillsborough on Saturday (kick-off, 6pm). The Owls are second in the third tier, while Newcastle are third in Premier League.

Sheffield Wednesday play Newcastle United in the FA Cup fourth round.

Magpies are chasing a top-four finish in the Premier League and are unbeaten in all competitions. Wednesday are second in League One and unbeaten with victories in six of their last nine matches. Both sides are focusing on their league campaigns and it's likely both Howe and Owls boss Darren Moore will make changes for this cup clash. Newcastle are desperate to end a 68-year wait for a major domestic trophy.

Sheffield Wednesday are the favourites to beat Newcastle United in the FA Cup third round. Newcastle have scored nine goals in their last three games. Wednesday have only failed to score in two home games out of 19 this term. The Owls have netted 32 goals out 18 league games this season.

Newcastle have won 19 corners in their last three games. Sheffield Wednesday have racked up 17 in the last 3 games, including five against Arsenal and Leicester and nine against Leeds. Newcastle need to win with over 1.5 goals and at least 7 corners to avoid a replay.

Sheffield Wednesday are playing Newcastle United in the FA Cup.