Newcastle United VS Manchester United - Prediction

Manchester United are ready to take on Newcastle United away from home following their disappointing draw against Galatasaray in the UEFA Champions League. Newcastle United will host the Red Devils tonight at St. James' Park to play a important match in the Premier League. Manchester United have been in brilliant form in the English Premier League, winning their last three matches in a row. They have earned more points from their last six games in the Premier League than any other teams, with five wins and a defeat. But their form in the UEFA Champions League has a question mark on Man United's progression. On the other hand, Newcastle United have become one of the Premier League's toughest opponents. The Magpies are just one point behind Man United, and they are still in the race for the Round of 16 in the UEFA Champions League following their 1-1 tie against Paris Saint-Germain. Tonight's clash is a great chance for Eddie Howe's boys to overtake Man United in the league table.

Stats&Facts

• Manchester United have a historical record against Newcastle United. Man United have won 91 of their 177 matches in all competitions, while the Magpies won in 45 games.
• Man United are currently winless in their last three meetings against the Magpies following six victories in a row.
• The Magpies won exactly this fixture last season with a 2-0 margin against Man United. They are looking to win consecutive games in the Premier League for the first time since 1972.
• Newcastle United have defeated Man United in their last two matches in all competitions. A win over the Red Devils will see them winning three matches in a row for the first time since 1922.
• Newcastle United kept a clean sheet in each of their two games last season in the Premier League.

Team News

Both Newcastle United and Manchester United have a long injury list this season. As for Newcastle United, they will miss the service of Sean Longstaff, Jacob Murphy, Joe Willock, Matt Targett, Javier Manquillo, Sven Botman, Harvey Barnes, Elliot Anderson, Callum Wilson, and Dan Burn due to their respective injury. However, Matt Ritchie and Emil Krafth are back again and ready to play tonight. On the other hand, Man United also have several injured players, including Lisandro Martinez, Casemiro, Jonny Evans, Christian Eriksen, Amad Diallo, and Tyrell Malacia. However, Mason Mount is back in training, but tonight's match comes too soon for the midfielder. Marcus Rashord is eligible to play again following his suspension in the Champions League. Possible Lineup for Newcastle United: Pope; Trippier, Schar, Lascelles, Livramento; Joelinton, Guimaraes, Miley; Almiron, Isak, Gordon Possible Lineup for Manchester United: Onana; Dalot, Maguire, Lindelof, Shaw; McTominay, Mainoo; Garnacho, Fernandes, Rashford; Hojlund

Prediction: Newcastle 2-1 Man United

Although Man United have done well in their recent league games, their weakness has been revealed in the Champions League. Man United's defense is a serious concern for Erik Ten Hag. Despite having a two-goal lead against Galatasaray, Man United couldn't win this match. Therefore, Newcastle United can be a big threat for the Red Devils tonight.

Betfair Odds

Newcastle: 2.06 Draw: 3.61 Man United: 3.57 Visit BFB247 to get real-time Betfair Odds