Newcastle United will welcome Manchester United to St James' Park on Wednesday, 4 March, with pressure mounting on Eddie Howe.
Whether Howe remains at Newcastle next season now largely depends on how the Magpies get on in the Champions League and FA Cup from here on out, but a win over Manchester United also wouldn't do his credibility any harm.
For the Red Devils, this match is all about building on the momentum they have gathered since Michael Carrick took over from Ruben Amorim in January and cementing their position in the Premier League's top four.
As part of this week's round of Premier League betting tips, check out our Newcastle vs Man Utd prediction below.
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Newcastle vs Man Utd prediction: Visitors to pick up another win
Key stats
- Man Utd have won six of their seven Premier League matches under Michael Carrick this season.
- Newcastle have lost five of their last six Premier League matches.
- Both teams have scored in each of Newcastle's last 10 matches in all competitions.
Correct score prediction: Newcastle 1-2 Man Utd
Newcastle have a huge FA Cup clash with Man City on Saturday, so there is every chance they will take it easy on Wednesday night. Man Utd have far more incentive to go out and win, and that could be the difference at St James' Park.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Too close to call
- HOME: 29/20 (2.45) – 40.8%
- DRAW: 11/4 (3.75) – 26.7%
- AWAY: 8/5 (2.60) – 38.5%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
The Newcastle vs Man Utd odds are a little surprising in that the Magpies come into the match as the pre-match favourites. Ladbrokes have given Newcastle a 40.8% chance of winning the match, while Man Utd have been given a 38.5% chance of victory.
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Most recent H2Hs: Advantage Newcastle
The only thing that points towards a Newcastle victory on Wednesday night is the Magpies' recent record against Manchester United. Eddie Howe's side have won five of the last seven encounters between the two sides, and the Red Devils haven't won at St James' Park since October 2020.
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Newcastle preview: Is the Woltemade experiment over?
Howe's decision to use Nick Woltemade in midfield in recent weeks has raised eyebrows, but after a string of defeats, the big German could be in line for a return up front. In terms of injuries for this game, Lewis Miley, Bruno Guimaraes and Tino Livramento are all out.
Predicted lineup: Pope (GK), Trippier, Thiaw, Botman, Hall, Willock, Tonali, Joelinton, Barnes, Woltemade, Gordon
Last five matches
- 28/02/26: Newcastle United 2-3 Everton (Premier League)
- 24/02/26: Newcastle United 3-2 Qarabag (Champions League)
- 21/02/26: Manchester City 2-1 Newcastle United (Premier League)
- 18/02/26: Qarabag 1-6 Newcastle United (Champions League)
- 14/02/26: Aston Villa 1-3 Newcastle United (FA Cup)
Man Utd preview: Maguire and Shaw are doubts
Michael Carrick could be without Harry Maguire and Luke Shaw for the trip to Newcastle after both men were substituted off on Sunday due to illness. A final decision is still to be made on the duo's availability, but Carrick is certain to be without Lisandro Martinez, Mason Mount and Matthijs de Ligt.
Predicted lineup: Lammens (GK), Dalot, Maguire, Yoro, Mazraoui, Casemiro, Mainoo, Fernandes, Mbeumo, Cunha, Sesko
Last five matches
- 01/03/26: Man Utd 2-1 Crystal Palace (Premier League)
- 22/02/26: Everton 0-1 Man Utd (Premier League)
- 10/02/26: West Ham 1-1 Man Utd (Premier League)
- 07/02/26: Man Utd 2-0 Tottenham (Premier League)
- 01/02/26: Man Utd 3-2 Fulham (Premier League)
Player to watch: Benjamin Sesko
Benjamin Sesko is having a phenomenal 2026, and excitement is understandably building around Old Trafford about what the 22-year-old is turning into. The most impressive aspect of his goal glut has been the importance of his goals. He isn't scoring the fourth goal in 4-0 victories, but late equalisers and winners that are earning his team valuable points.