Manchester United will be looking to get back to winning ways when they host Newcastle United at Old Trafford in the Premier League on Monday night, aiming to end a challenging year on a high note.
The Red Devils, currently 14th in the Premier League, will enter the match following a 2-0 loss to Wolverhampton Wanderers, while fifth-placed Newcastle are coming off a 3-0 victory over Aston Villa at St James’ Park.
Tournament: Premier League
Date: Monday, Dec 30
Kick-off Time: 08:00 pm GMT
Venue: Old Trafford, England
Manchester United vs Newcastle United Preview
Newcastle will travel to Manchester United for their 19th game of the 2024/25 Premier League season at Old Trafford. The Magpies will look to extend their three-match unbeaten run in the Premier League.
Manchester United will be entering a new phase under manager Ruben Amorim, with the team currently in the middle of a public crisis. They have dropped to 14th in the league standings after a disappointing 2-0 defeat to Wolves in their most recent match.
On the other hand, Newcastle have made a strong start to their Premier League campaign and are currently sitting in fifth place. The pressure on manager Eddie Howe has eased after their 3-0 win over Aston Villa earlier this week.
Man United Team News
Manchester United have been hit with significant injury problems as Luke Shaw, Victor Lindelof, and Mason Mount remain sidelined. Captain Bruno Fernandes is also suspended for this match. Shaw has suffered another setback, which will keep him out until January 2025. Tyrell Malacia might get some playing time in the second half.
Newcastle Team News
For Newcastle, Callum Wilson, Jamaal Lascelles, and Emil Krafth are all out with injuries, and first-choice goalkeeper Nick Pope is still unavailable. Captain Seamus Coleman is also sidelined with a minor hamstring issue. Lewis Hall is expected to continue at left-back.
Man United vs Newcastle Predicted Lineups
Man United predicted lineup (3-4-3):
Goalkeeper: Onana
Defenders: De Ligt, Maguire, Martinez
Midfielders: Mazraoui, Ugarte, Mainoo, Dalot
Forwards: Amad, Hojlund, Rashford
Newcastle predicted line-up (4-3-3):
Goalkeeper: Dubravka
Defenders: Livramento, Schar, Burn, Hall
Midfielders: Tonali, Guimaraes, Willock
Forwards: Murphy, Isak, Gordon
Head-to-Head Record
The two teams have faced each other 179 times, with Manchester United winning 92 of those encounters. Newcastle have won 46 matches, while the remaining 41 games have ended in a draw.
| Date | Match | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| May 15, 2024 | Man United 3-2 Newcastle | Premier League |
| December 02, 2023 | Newcastle 1-0 Man United | Premier League |
| November 01, 2023 | Man United 0-3 Newcastle | League Cup |
| April 02, 2023 | Newcastle 2-0 Man United | Premier League |
| February 26, 2023 | Man United 2-0 Newcastle | League Cup |
Key Players to Watch in Man United vs Newcastle
Alejandro Garnacho (Man United)
The Manchester United academy product has become one of the most promising players in the Premier League over the past two seasons, and he has had a strong start to the current campaign. Garnacho has played in 27 games, scoring eight goals and providing four assists this season.
Alexander Isak (Newcastle)
Striker Alexander Isak is one of the key players in the team and has had an outstanding start to the 2024/25 season. The Swedish forward has scored 11 goals and assisted four times in 16 Premier League appearances so far.
Man United vs Newcastle Prediction
Manchester United are not favored to win this match due to their poor start to the 2024/25 season. The Red Devils have had an underwhelming beginning to the Ruben Amorim era and are winless in their last three matches across all competitions. The Portuguese manager has won just two of his six league games in charge.
Newcastle, although missing some important players, could still be in a strong position against a team that has been struggling this season. Eddie Howe’s side dominated Aston Villa in their last match and will be looking for their fifth consecutive win in all competitions. This promises to be an exciting match between the two teams. Predicted Score: Man United 1-3 Newcastle.
Where to Watch This Match Live?
| Country | Where to Watch |
|---|---|
| USA | NBC platforms |
| UK | Sky Sports |
