Newcastle United have picked themselves up, while Manchester United are still wobbling. This looks like a match the away team can win. You can play double chance Newcastle on your slip.
Match info: Premier League
Venue: Old Trafford, Manchester
Date: Monday, 30th December 2024
Time: 9 pm Nigerian time
Manchester United will be aiming to return to winning ways when they welcome Newcastle United to Old Trafford in the Premier League on Monday night.
The Red Devils are currently 14th in the Premier League table, while Newcastle sit in fifth, and here Sports Mole rounds up the team news ahead of their contest in Manchester.
Head-to-head:
- Manchester United have won 33 of the 58 Premier League meetings between the two teams.
- Newcastle United recorded 9 victories.
- The remaining 16 clashes ended in draws.
- Newcastle won at Old Trafford in the cup last year.
- There has been no away win in the league since 2021.
- 4 of their last 5 encounters produced at least 2 goals.
Form:
- Man United in the league: L-L-W-L-L
- Man United in all competitions: L-L-D-W-L
- Newcastle in the League: W-W-L-L-L
- Newcastle in all competitions: L-W-W-W-W
Team News:
- Bruno Fernandes and Manuel Ugarte are suspended for this game for Manchester United. Luke Shaw and Mason Mount will miss the game due to injuries. Victor Nilsson Lindelöf is doubtful for this game.
- Callum Wilson, Emil Krafth, Jamaal Lascelles, Nick Pope, and Sven Botman will miss the game for Newcastle United with injuries.
Player(s) to watch:
- Ramsus Hojlund is the player to watch out for United in this game. His height is advantageous, giving him an edge in aerial duels, though his aerial duel success rate has been noted as needing improvement.
- Alexander Isak is the player to watch out for Newcastle United in this game. He has scored 12 goals and provided four assists in the 19 games played across competitions so far this season. Known for his deceptive speed and long strides, he often outpaces defenders. His technical skills allow him to weave through tight spaces, while his composure in front of goal makes him a lethal finisher.