The Matchday 19 clash in the Premier League between Manchester United and Newcastle will take place on December 30 at Old Trafford. Manchester United vs. Newcastle: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Referee: Simon Hooper (England)
Matches – 10 (Premier League, 2024/25);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 47;
Average yellow cards per match – 4.7;
Red cards shown – 1;
Average fouls per match – 21;
Penalties – 0%.
Predicted lineups for Manchester United vs. Newcastle
Manchester United (3-4-2-1): Andre Onana – Lisandro Martinez, Leny Yoro, Harry Maguire – Diogo Dalot, Kobbie Mainoo, Manuel Ugarte, Noussair Mazraoui – Bruno Fernandes, Amad Diallo – Rasmus Hojlund.
Newcastle (4-3-3): Martin Dubravka – Lewis Hall, Kieran Trippier, Fabian Schar, Dan Burn – Joelinton, Bruno Guimaraes, Sandro Tonali – Anthony Gordon, Alexander Isak, Jacob Murphy.
Each team's starting lineup from their previous match in this tournament is listed.
Manchester United
The Red Devils have suffered two consecutive defeats in the Premier League, both without scoring. They were thrashed 0-3 by Bournemouth at home, followed by a 0-2 loss to Wolverhampton away. Notably, Manchester United has lost four of their last five Premier League matches, only managing a victory against local rivals Manchester City. Interestingly, Ruben Amorim became the first manager in 92 years to lose five times in his first ten official matches for the club. The team sits in 14th place but enjoys a comfortable 8-point cushion above the relegation zone.
Midfielders Bruno Fernandes and Manuel Ugarte will miss the match due to suspensions.
- Exactly two or three goals have been scored in 9 of Manchester United's last 11 Premier League matches.
- At least three goals have been scored in 7 of Manchester United's last 8 home Premier League games.
- The team has not won in the first half in 12 of their last 14 league matches (8 draws and 4 losses).
Newcastle
Eddie Howe's side is in excellent form. They have secured three consecutive victories in the last three rounds without conceding a goal. The club thrashed Leicester 4-0 and Aston Villa 3-0 at home, and defeated Ipswich 4-0 away. As a result, the team has surged from mid-table to fifth place, just two wins away from the Champions League spots.
- At least three goals have been scored in each of Newcastle's last five league matches.
- Both teams have scored in 10 of Newcastle's last 12 away Premier League games.
- At least two goals have been scored in the second half in 5 of Newcastle's last 6 Premier League matches.
Manchester United vs. Newcastle: Match Prediction
The Red Devils have lost their last two home league matches. They have not lost three consecutive home games in the top flight of English football since February 1979. Therefore, the likelihood of a third consecutive defeat at Old Trafford is minimal. I believe Ruben Amorim's side will secure points in the upcoming match, especially considering Newcastle, despite their three-match winning streak, has only beaten one serious opponent – Aston Villa.
Additionally, it's worth noting that Manchester United has a strong record against Newcastle. In their last nine home league meetings, the Red Devils have not suffered a single defeat, winning 7 and drawing 2. In seven of these matches, the hosts have scored at least three goals. Furthermore, Eddie Howe's side has only won three of their nine away Premier League games this season, with two victories coming against lower-tier teams, Wolverhampton and Ipswich.
My prediction – Manchester United to win or draw
