Premier League: Manchester United vs Newcastle Live
Preview: Manchester United vs Newcastle
Manchester United vs Newcastle is scheduled for Wednesday at 7:00pm at Old Trafford. Erik ten Hag’s team suffered a 1-0 defeat against Arsenal on Sunday night. Before that, the magpies managed to secure a point in a 1-1 draw against Brighton & Hove Albion.
The Man United ownership faced a multitude of challenges on Sunday, highlighted by a 1-0 loss to Arsenal and a flood in the away dressing room caused by heavy rain at Old Trafford. Additionally, there is a significant decision looming for Sir Jim Ratcliffe and his team regarding the manager’s position, as Erik ten Hag is under immense scrutiny with the Red Devils on track for their worst finish in Premier League history.
Ten Hag has been dealing with a series of injuries to key defenders, likening the situation to swimming with hands tied behind his back. However, these explanations may not hold much weight if United were to lose against Newcastle, which would set a new club record of ten home losses in a single season across all competitions.
Newcastle has been performing well, with only one loss in their last eight Premier League matches. Despite a frustrating 1-1 draw with Brighton, they have moved ahead of Chelsea in the standings thanks to a much greater goal difference. The upcoming match against Manchester United will see Newcastle fans feeling more confident than ever, as they have won the last three head-to-head meetings without conceding a goal. This marks the first time since the early 1900s that Newcastle has won four consecutive matches against Man Utd.
Head-to-head
The Magpies have emerged victorious in their last three matches against Man United across various competitions. This includes two wins at St James’ Park in the Premier League and a convincing 3-0 victory in the EFL Cup at Old Trafford. However, they have not won a Premier League game at Old Trafford since December 2013, during David Moyes’ tenure as manager of Man United.
Prediction
Newcastle has not had a draw in their away games since October, making them a team that is hard to predict and can be inconsistent on the road. Despite this, under Howe’s leadership, they are likely to challenge Man United’s vulnerable defense. Ten Hag’s team showed promise against Arsenal, and considering Newcastle’s defensive absences, it is possible to see Man United securing a decent point as they close out the 2023-24 season at Old Trafford.
