Preview: Newcastle United vs Manchester United Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Premier League 2025-26

The Magpies will take on the Red Devils on matchday 29 in the Premier League

The Toon Army will host Manchester United at the iconic St. James Park on Wednesday, as both teams will be aiming to get three points from this fixture. These two teams are some of the biggest clubs from England, and this fixture always brings in a lot of thrill and excitement.

The Magpies’ season so far hasn’t been great, and they have struggled to get points in the Premier League. Eddie Howe and his men are under pressure, but they can turn around the situation. So far, they have played 28 matches in which they won 10, drew six and lost 12 games. With 36 points on the board, they sit at 13th place in the table. In the last fixture, when they faced United, they lost at Old Trafford by 1-0. Howe will hope that they can get into the top 10 spot in the league.

On the other hand, Carrick’s Manchester United are flying under him, as they are in great form. A lot of credit must go to the manager for how he has able to run around the situation in the club. In 28 matches, they won 14, drew nine and lost five matches. With 51 points on the board, they sit in third spot. The Red Devils will hope to finish their season in the top four and book their Champions League spot. This will be a mouthwatering clash for sure.

Kick-off:

• Location: Newcastle, England
• Stadium: St. James Park
• Date: Thursday, 5 March
• Kick-Off Time: 01:45 AM IST
• Referee: Peter Bankes
• VAR: In Use

Form

Newcastle United (in all competitions): W-L-W-W-W

Manchester United (in all competitions): W-D-W-W-W

Players to Watch

Joelinton (Newcastle United)

The Brazilian international is a key player for Eddie Howe’s side. This is his seventh season with the club, and he has made over 200 appearances for the club. He is a fan favourite player and is someone who brings in a lot of physical presence in the midfield.

He isn’t known for his goal-scoring skill, but is someone who breaks play and keeps the intensity in the midfield. This season, he has played 32 matches in which he scored six goals and provided two assists.

Bryan Mbeumo (Manchester United)

The Cameroonian international is having a decent season so far with the Red Devils. This is his first season with the club, and so far, he has performed decently. There was a struggling period when Amorim was in charge, but things are now much better for him.

Statistically, his profile isn’t top-notch, but he is someone who gets the job done. This season, he has played 24 matches in which he scored 10 goals and provided three assists.

Match Facts

• Newcastle United sit at 13th place, and the Red Devils sit in third position in the league
• Manchester United won the last game against Newcastle by 1-0
• The Red Devils are unbeaten in their last five matches

Newcastle United vs Manchester United: Betting Tips & Odds

• Tip 1 – Manchester United to win this fixture – 8/5 by UNIBET
• Tip 2 – Both teams to score
• Tip 3 – Goals scored over 1.5

Injury and Team News

Bruno Guimaraes, Emil Krafth, Fabian Schar, Tino Livramento and Lewis Miley are all injured for Newcastle United. The rest of the players are fit to play.

Patrick Dorgu is expected to be back in April as he is suffering from a hamstring injury. Martinez, de Ligt & Mount are not doubts for the match.

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Head-to-Head

Matches: 182

Newcastle United: 48

Manchester United: 93

Draws: 41

Predicted Lineups

Newcastle United Predicted Lineup (4-3-3):

Pope (GK); Trippier, Thiaw, Burn, Hall; Ramsey, Tonali, Joelinton; Elanga, Woltemade, Gordon

Manchester United Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1):

Lammens (GK); Dalot, Yoro, Maguire, Shaw; Casemiro, Mainoo; Mbeumo, Fernandes, Cunha; Sesko

Match Prediction

Both teams have been performing decently in the last few games, and this will be a very competitive encounter for sure. The home side will miss several key players due to injury, and the Red Devils will be full of confidence going into this fixture. Most probably, the away side will narrowly win this fixture.

Prediction: Newcastle United 2-3 Manchester United

Telecast Details

India: JioHotstar, Star Sports Network

UK: TNT Sports and Sky Sports

USA: NBC Sports

Nigeria: SuperSport

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