Premier League 2022-23: Newcastle United vs Manchester United: Predicted lineup, injury news, head-to-head, telecast 

The English football returns for a sprint to the finish following an international break.

Before the international break, Newcastle United stood 5th in the table with 47 points and two games in hand. The underdogs have won two out of their last five Premier League games. 

Manchester United, on the other hand, have become a bit inconsistent. Especially after their humiliating defeat against Liverpool. Just like Newcastle United, Manchester United have also only won two out of their last five Premier League games. 

Kick-off

Sunday, 02-04-2023, 3:30 pm (GMT)

Sunday, 02-04-2023, 9:00 pm (IST) 

Newcastle United Form (all Competitions): W-L-L-W-W 

Manchester United Form (all Competitions): L-W-D-W-W 

Player To Watch : 

Newcastle United: Alexander Isak 

The Sweden striker impressed everyone at the Euros. This earned him a move to Newcastle United. However, he did miss 16 games for The Magpies after a hamstring injury. Nevertheless, his performance in the last 2 matches demonstrates his impact. Isak scored 3 times in the past 2 games. Alexander Isak has scored 6 goals in 10 games for Newcastle United.  Isak's dribbling skills and shooting will help bolster Newcastle's attacking ranks. 

Manchester United: Marcus Rashford 

Marcus Rashford is Manchester United's best player, the man in form, inspiration for many. He is also surely the best player in the form right now. Rashford is the top scorer for Manchester United this season as of now. Overall he has a tally of 27 goals and 9 assists in 44 games for Manchester United. Marcus just scored a goal against FC Barcelona as well in the Europa League. Moreover, his goalscoring ability is not only his best attribute. Marcus is a great threat in attack and can beat players one on one as well. 

Match Facts 

• Newcastle United are winless in six Premier League games against Manchester United. 

• The Red Devils last went goalless in three league games under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in February 2020. 

Injury And Team News

The Magpies are missing a few players in their clash against Manchester United. Anthony Gordon is set to return in Newcastle's next fixture after Manchester United. Almiron, Fraser and Krafth are all injured and their return dates are unknown. Joelinton is also back from a two-game ban. Sven Botman is also in minor doubt because of an illness but will surely play against Manchester United. 

The Red Devils are already lacking in form and also missing a few players as well. Eriksen and Van De Beek are set to return to the squad by the end of the month. Garnacho and Heaton's return date is unknown as of now. Casemiro's suspension will last until the 9th of April 2023. 

Head-to-Head Stats

Matches: 46 

Newcastle United: 6 

Manchester United: 30 

Draws: 10 

Predicted Line-ups

Newcastle United Line-up ( 4-3-3) : 

Pope, Trippier, Schar, Botman, Burn,  Longstaff, Guimaraes, Willock; Saint-Maximin,  Isak,  Joelinton 

Manchester United Line-up ( 4-2-3-1) : 

De Gea ,  Wan-Bissaka ,  Varane ,  Martinez ,  Shaw , Sabitzer ,  McTominay , Antony ,  Fernandes , Rashford ,Weghorst 

Match Prediction 

Newcastle United are the favourites to win against Manchester United. This is mainly because of United's inconsistent form. However, the presence and impact of Marcus Rashford can be a game-changer for Manchester United. 

Match Prediction: Newcastle United 1-0 Manchester United 

Telecast 

India: Hotstar, Star Sports HD 

UK: Sky Sports 

USA – NBC Sport 

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