Preview & Prediction: Newcastle United FC vs Manchester United FC

Predictions

As Newcastle United prepare to face off against Manchester United, they’re surrounded by a cloud of mixed results. Out of their last five matches, Newcastle have managed to accumulate only three points, highlighting a struggle for consistency. However, one silver lining has been their goal-scoring ability, netting eight times over these matches, suggesting their offensive prowess could still pose a threat.

Expect an action-packed encounter, as the Magpies have been consistently finding the net in recent games, with both teams managing to score in each of Newcastle’s last five fixtures. This aligns with their season trend, where 64% of their matches have seen both teams register goals.

On the other side, Manchester United enter the contest in robust form, having secured 13 points from their last five games, showcasing their impressive consistency. Their unbeaten streak stretches to 11 games, with away form particularly formidable as they remain unconquered in their last five road trips. United’s offensive capabilities are also on display, with nine goals in their last five fixtures, and an impressive streak of scoring in their previous 12 away matches.

Historically, Manchester United have had the upper hand, securing 20 victories in their last 36 encounters with Newcastle. Yet, their last meeting ended in a thrilling 3-3 draw, indicating potential fireworks ahead.

With both teams displaying a penchant for finding the back of the net, coupled with a rich history of action-packed encounters, anticipate a high-scoring affair. Manchester United’s current form suggests they maintain the upper hand but don’t discount Newcastle’s ability to make things difficult for the Red Devils, especially at St. James’ Park. A game where both sides are likely to score, and multiple goals could be on the cards once again.

Insights

• Newcastle United has struggled recently, picking up only 3 points in their last 5 games, averaging 0.6 points per game.
• Both teams scoring (BTTS) is a common occurrence for Newcastle United, happening in 5 of their last 5 matches.
• Newcastle has consistently scored in their last 5 matches, totaling 8 goals in those games.
• 64% of Newcastle’s games this season have ended in both teams scoring.
• Manchester United is in strong form, collecting 13 points in their last 5 matches, averaging 2.6 points per game.
• United remains unbeaten in their last 5 away games, and have scored in the last 12 away fixtures.
• Manchester United has a strong unbeaten streak, with 11 matches without a loss, and winning 4 of their last 5 games.
• Both teams have seen BTTS in 3 of Manchester United’s last 5 matches, and BTTS has happened in 71% of United’s games this season.
• Historically, Manchester United has the upper hand in their meetings with Newcastle, winning 20 of 36 matches.
• Previous encounters between these teams have averaged 3.06 goals per match.
• Newcastle United averages 1.64 points per game at home, while Manchester United averages 1.5 points per game away this season.
• Their last encounter ended in a high scoring 3-3 draw, indicating potential for another goal-rich match.

Match Facts

• The most frequent scoreline when Newcastle United hosts Manchester United is 1-1, occurring in 4 matches.
• In the last 29 home games against Manchester United, Newcastle United has secured 8 wins, 7 matches ended in draws, while Manchester United claimed victory 14 times, with a goal difference favoring Manchester United, 50-37.
• Across 63 clashes between the two teams, Newcastle United has emerged victorious 11 times, there have been 16 draws, while Manchester United has won 36 times, with a goal difference of 124-67 in favor of Manchester United.
• Manchester United’s last victory at Newcastle United’s home came in 2020.
• In the previous season, Newcastle United won their home encounter 1-0, while Manchester United won 3-2 at their venue.
• Newcastle United tends to score 27% of their goals between the 31st and 45th minutes.
• Manchester United scores 35% of their goals during the 76th to 90th minutes.
• Newcastle United is on a 4-match winning streak.
• Newcastle United has not lost to Manchester United at home in their last 3 meetings.
• Newcastle United failed to score in only 2 of their 14 home Premier League matches this season.
• Manchester United has been unable to find the net in 6 of their 15 away Premier League matches this season.
• Alexander Isak leads as Newcastle United’s top scorer with 20 goals, whereas Bruno Fernandes has netted 8 goals for Manchester United.
• Jacob Murphy is Newcastle United’s top assister with 8 assists, while Bruno Fernandes holds this title at Manchester United with 9.
• Joelinton has accumulated more yellow cards (9) than any other Newcastle player, while Manuel Ugarte has received 8 for Manchester United.
• Newcastle United wins the first half in 52% of their matches, compared to 22% for Manchester United.
• Newcastle United leads 52% of halftimes, while Manchester United leads 22%.
• Newcastle United emerged as the winners in their last encounter.
• In their last meeting, Newcastle United won by a 2-goal margin.
• When leading 1-0 at home, Newcastle United wins 81% of matches.
• When Manchester United is ahead 0-1 away, they win 60% of matches.
• If Newcastle United trails 0-1 at home, they claim victory in 37% of matches.
• Manchester United wins 15% of away matches when trailing 1-0.
• Newcastle United’s performance in the Premier League surpasses that of Manchester United.
• Newcastle United’s recent form of the last 5 matches is superior to Manchester United’s.
• Newcastle United has lost only 1 of their last 5 encounters with Manchester United in all competitions.
• In the past 5 matchups, Newcastle United has won 4, Manchester United has won 1, with no draws.
• Newcastle United has lost just 1 of their last 5 Premier League games against Manchester United.
• Manchester United has managed to win only 1 of their last 5 Premier League games against Newcastle United.
• On average, Newcastle United scores 2 goals against Manchester United, while Manchester United scores 0.6 goals against Newcastle United.
• The average number of goals in encounters between Newcastle United and Manchester United is 2.6.
• The average goals scored in the first half of matches between Newcastle United and Manchester United is 1.
• Newcastle United scores an average of 2.04 goals at home, whereas Manchester United averages 1.35 goals on the road.
• A year ago, Manchester United was 6th in the league with 51 points, but now they are 13th with 38 points.
• Manchester United is on a streak of 2 matches without scoring.
• Newcastle United currently enjoys a 3-match winning streak in the Premier League.
• Newcastle United has managed to score in their last 5 consecutive matches.
• Both teams avoided conceding goals in their most recent encounter.