Newcastle are looking to maintain their spot in the Premier League Top 5 when they host Manchester United on Sunday afternoon.
Now, why are we saying ‘Top 5’ and not ‘Top 4’? Well, Arsenal’s 3-0 win over Real Madrid means the top five teams from England’s top flight will qualify for next season’s Champions League, in accordance with coefficient rulings.
So Eddie Howe’s side have fate in their own hands – and a place in Europe’s top tier after winning the Carabao Cup would represent an incredible season for the Magpies.
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Newcastle vs Manchester United
Sunday, April 13, 2pm
St James’ Park, Newcastle
Live on Sky Sports
Newcastle vs Manchester United Preview
United will still be licking their wounds somewhat after a 2-2 draw at Lyon in the first leg of a Europa League quarter-final.
Joshua Zirkzee thought he had won it late on for the Red Devils, only to watch on as Andre Onana gifted a stoppage-time equaliser to Rayan Cherki with an awful error.
United’s European commitments and lowly Premier League position mean this fixture is of little importance to them in the grand scheme of things.
It is a reality which should play into Newcastle’s hands, particularly with a raucous St James’ Park crowd behind the players from the get go.
The Magpies are on a three-game winning run in the Premier League following Monday’s comfortable 3-0 victory at Leicester.
With a game in hand against Crystal Palace to come next week, Howe’s side can really strengthen their grip on a Champions League spot.
Newcastle won the reverse fixture in relatively easy fashion, with goals from Alexander Isak and Joelinton securing a 2-0 success at Old Trafford.
Newcastle vs Manchester United Odds
*All odds are subject to change
Newcastle are overwhelming favourites to claim the win here at odds of 1.58. United are priced at 4.40, while the draw is 3.88.
Newcastle vs Manchester United Betting Tips
Jacob Murphy to score anytime @ 3.78
Usually we would opt for Isak here, but Murphy’s red-hot form has piqued our interest. The winger scored twice in the win at Leicester and has netted seven times in the Premier League since December 14.
Newcastle to score over 2.5 goals @ 2.80
United’s defence has shown signs of solidity of late. However, when Newcastle’s attack clicks into gear at home, few back-lines can contain them.
Newcastle to win and over 3.5 goals in the match @ 3.58
With United perhaps having one eye on the second leg against Lyon next Thursday, we could be in for an open game on Tyneside. Hopefully one with goals aplenty!
Newcastle Team News
Predicted XI (4-3-3): Pope, Trippier, Schar, Burn, Livramento, Tonali, Guimaraes, Joelinton, Murphy, Isak, Barnes
Injuries/Doubts: Gordon, Willock, Lascelles, Botman, Hall
Manchester United Team News
Predicted XI (3-4-3): Onana, Mazraoui, Maguire, Yoro, Dalot, Ugarte, Mainoo, Dorgu, Fernandes, Mount, Zirkzee
Injuries/Doubts: De Ligt, Amad, Martinez, Collyer, Heaven, Evans
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