In the match 18 of the English Premier League, Manchester United will host Newcastle United on Saturday, 27 December 2025, with kick-off scheduled for 01:30 AM IST. The match will be played at Old Trafford, Manchester, England, a stadium that has a seating capacity of 76,212.
This blog by 96 APK will present a detailed Manchester United vs Newcastle United preview, including team form, predicted lineups, and match predictions.
Match Preview: Manchester United vs Newcastle United
Manchester United will enter this contest after suffering a 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa in their last Premier League outing. For Villa, Morgan Rogers struck twice to secure three crucial points for the Villains.
Meanwhile, Newcastle United were held to a 2-2 draw against Chelsea in their most recent fixture. The Magpies showed resilience as Woltemade scored a brilliant brace, while goals from Reece James and João Pedro helped the visitors salvage a point.
Manchester United currently sit 7th in the Premier League table with 27 points, having recorded 7 wins, 5 draws, and 5 defeats from 17 matches. On the other hand, Newcastle United are 11th with 23 points, following 6 wins, 5 draws, and 6 losses from the same number of games.
Under Rúben Amorim, Manchester United have picked up two wins, two draws, and one defeat in their last five league matches. Newcastle United arrive in similar form, also posting two wins, two draws, and one loss over the same period.
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Manchester United vs Newcastle United Channel Info
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Manchester United vs Newcastle United – Predicted Starting Lineups
Manchester United XI: Lammens, Yoro, Heaven, Shaw, Dalot, Ugarte, Martinez, Dorgu, Mount, Cunha, Sesko.
Unavailable players for Manchester United: Amad (international duty), Noussair Mazraoui (international duty), Bryan Mbeumo (international duty), Bruno Fernandes (injury), Kobbie Mainoo (injury), Harry Maguire (injury), Matthijs de Ligt (injury).
Newcastle United XI: Ramsdale, Miley, Schar, Thiaw, Hall, Guimaraes, Tonali, Ramsey, Murphy, Woltemade, Gordon
Unavailable players for Newcastle United: Nick Pope (injury), Valentino Livramento (injury), Daniel Burn (injury), Emil Krafth (injury), Jamaal Lascelles (injury), Kieran Trippier (injury), Sven Botman (injury), William Osula (injury).
Form:
MUN: L-D-W-D-W
NEW: D-W-L-D-W
H2H Record Manchester United vs Newcastle United:
Across 64 head-to-head meetings, Manchester United have secured 36 victories, while Newcastle United have won 12 times, with 16 matches ending in draws. This record highlights United’s historical dominance, having registered three times more wins than the Magpies.
However, recent encounters have favoured Newcastle United. In their most recent meeting, the Red Devils suffered a 4-1 defeat against Newcastle in the Premier League.
Looking at the last five head-to-head clashes, Newcastle United have emerged victorious on four occasions, while Manchester United have managed just one win, underlining the Magpies’ strong recent edge in this fixture.
Pre-Match Odds & Win Probability – 96.com
- Manchester United: 2.37 (40%)
- Draw: 3.24 (26%)
- Newcastle United: 2.75 (34%)
Players to Watch Out for Betting: Manchester United vs Newcastle United
Casemiro: Manchester United.
The 33-year-old Brazilian midfielder has scored four goals for Manchester United this season, along with one assist to his name. He has featured in 15 Premier League matches, accumulating 997 minutes on the pitch. His most recent goal came in the 4-4 draw against AFC Bournemouth, although he missed the clash against Aston Villa due to suspension.
The midfielder is expected to return for the upcoming fixture, especially with Bruno Fernandes and Bryan Mbeumo unavailable, making his presence crucial in United’s midfield setup.
Nick Woltemade: Newcastle United
The 23-year-old German forward has scored 7 goals, including his brace against Chelsea and provided 1 assist for the Magpies this season across 14 league matches, recording a passing accuracy of 77.5%. He has attempted 26 shots, with 11 on target. He is one of Newcastle United’s key players this season.
Top Betting Tips (96.com)
- Correct Score: Draw 0-0(13)
- Either team to score: No(9.5)
- Both Teams to Score: No(2.4)
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Match Prediction
Although Manchester United boast a stronger overall head-to-head record against Newcastle United, they have managed to win just one of their last five Premier League meetings with the Magpies, highlighting their recent struggles in this fixture.
This encounter is expected to be a closely contested affair, especially with Bruno Fernandes(injury) and Bryan Mbeumo likely to be absent due to AFCON commitments. Their absence could significantly influence United’s attacking rhythm and creativity.
Despite these challenges, we are backing Manchester United to edge this contest, relying on their home advantage and squad depth to secure a crucial victory.
Predicted Score: Man United 3-1 Newcastle United
FAQs: Manchester United vs Newcastle United
1. When and where is Manchester United vs Newcastle United being played?
The Premier League clash will take place on Saturday, 27 December 2025, at Old Trafford, Manchester, England, with kick-off scheduled for 01:30 AM IST.
2. Where can I watch Manchester United vs Newcastle United live in India?
Fans in India can watch the match live on SonyLiv via a SonyLiv Premium subscription. The match will be available on both web and mobile platforms.
3. What is the current Premier League standing of both teams?
Manchester United are currently 7th in the Premier League table with 27 points from 17 matches, while Newcastle United sit 11th with 23 points from the same number of games.
4. What is the head-to-head record between Manchester United and Newcastle United?
In 64 head-to-head meetings, Manchester United have won 36 matches, Newcastle United have won 12, and 16 matches have ended in draws. However, Newcastle have won 4 of the last 5 league meetings.
5. Which key players are unavailable for Manchester United?
Manchester United are expected to miss Bruno Fernandes (injury) and Bryan Mbeumo (AFCON duty), along with several others, including Kobbie Mainoo, Harry Maguire, and Matthijs de Ligt.
