Newcastle United are fighting to secure a top five finish, while Manchester United are desperate to improve their league position after a disappointing season. With Newcastle’s solid form and home advantage, they’ll feel confident going into this clash. However, could Manchester United’s historical dominance in this fixture give them the edge?

Previous Matches
Leicester 0-3 Newcastle
• The Magpies were in fine form on Monday, comfortably beating Leicester 3-0. Jacob Murphy was the star of the show, scoring twice within the first 11 minutes, before former Leicester forward Harvey Barnes sealed the win with a third goal in the 34th minute.
Manchester United 0-0 Manchester City
• It was a frustrating derby for the Red Devils, who were held to a goalless draw by their rivals on Sunday. United struggled to maintain control, with just 42% possession, and their attacking problems continued, managing only two shots on target throughout the match.

Player Stats
Newcastle:
• Alexander Isak: 20 goals in 26 matches this season
• Jacob Murphy: Scored twice in the 3-0 win over Leicester

Manchester United:
• Bruno Fernandes: United’s top scorer in the league with 8 goals
• Rasmus Højlund: 2 goals and 1 assist in his last 5 matches

A Growing Rivalry
The rivalry between Newcastle and Manchester United has had lots of memorable moments. Over the years, Manchester United has historically held the upper hand, but Newcastle’s recent performances suggest a shift may be on the horizon. Could the Magpies challenge for the title in the coming years?