Mark Lawrenson makes grim Newcastle United prediction ahead of Wolves encounter

Writing his weekly predictions column for BBC Sport, Mark Lawrenson backed the hosts to secure a comfortable 2-0 win over Steve Bruce's side.

Justifying his pick, the former player claimed: "Wolves were very good at Leeds on Monday. They understood exactly what Leeds were about, and matched them, but looked really dangerous on the counter-attack too.

"It was a tight game but Wolves did enough to win it and they are clearly a very good side. I like the way they are set up.

"They will probably create more chances on Sunday and I don't see Newcastle keeping them out."

Meanwhile, Lawro's sparring partner for the week, Style Council drummer Steve White, went for a 1-1 scoreline.

The last time the two sides met, back in January, Newcastle ended a three-game losing streak by secure a 1-1 draw, with Miguel Almiron scoring for the Magpies.