Newcastle United vs Man United | 2022/23 PL

Newcastle United vs Manchester United, Man United

Man United travel to Newcastle this weekend as the Red Devils look to strengthen their position in the top-four moving forward into the season. With Erik Ten Hag’s side needing to secure a victory at St. James’ Park, the visitors will be keen on delivering a compelling performance as they aim to improve their prospects over the remainder of the campaign.

Erik ten Hag, Eddie Howe, Newcastle United, Manchester United — Image Obtained via Metro

Expected to field a strong starting line-up, the Red Devils will be keen on securing a positive result this weekend. Accounting for a draw and a loss in their last two league outings, Ten Hag’s side will look to deliver a competitive display as they aim to cement their position in the top-four moving into a busy schedule of fixtures.

Probable Man United Starting Line-Up Against Newcastle United

Goalkeeper

David De Gea (GK): Expected to retain his spot between the sticks, De Gea will be needing to perform to the best of his abilities this weekend. With the Spaniard expected to be tested, the shot-stopper will be keen on delivering a notable contribution on Sunday.

Defenders

Aaron Wan-Bissaka (RB): Favoured over Diogo Dalot, the Man United full-back will be keen on delivering a notable performance against Newcastle. With the defender having redeemed himself over recent months, Wan-Bissaka will look to perform to the best of his abilities this weekend.

Raphael Varane (RCB): Expected to have recovered from injury, Varane is likely to slot back into the starting line-up facing Eddie Howe’s men. With the Frenchman key to United’s defensive foundation, the centre-back will be keen on playing a pivotal role in the team’s prospects on Sunday.

Lisandro Martinez (LCB): Pivotal to the team’s defensive prospects, Martinez will be needing to deliver a notable contribution this weekend. With the team dependent on his impact, the centre-back will look to remain an imposing presence on the pitch against the Magpies.

Luke Shaw (LB): An important figure in defence, Shaw will look to deliver a compelling display this weekend. Having shown notable consistency in his performances over recent months, the left-back will be keen on carrying forward his excellent form until the end of the season.

Midfielders

Scott McTominay (CDM): Expected to be included in the starting line-up owing to Casemiro’s suspension, McTominay will look to deliver a notable performance against Newcastle. With the midfielder needing to find consistency in his performances, the Scottish international will look to make a notable impact on Sunday.

Marcel Sabitzer (CM): Expected to play a key role in midfield, Sabitzer will look to deliver a compelling display on Sunday. With the team likely to depend on his impact in possession, the Austrian will look to perform to the best of his abilities at St. James’ Park.

Attackers

Antony (RW): Expected to slot back into the starting line-up, Antony will be keen on improving his contributions over the coming fixtures. With the forward yet to find consistency in his displays, the Brazilian will look to make a notable impact on the pitch against the Magpies.

Bruno Fernandes (CAM): An integral part of the team’s creativity, Fernandes will be keen on delivering a notable performance on Sunday. Needing to perform to the best of his abilities, the Portuguese international will be hoping to make a positive impact against Newcastle.

Marcus Rashford (LW): Amongst the team’s most significant contributors, Rashford will be keen on finding the back of the net this weekend. Expected to test the opposition’s defensive line, the forward will look to deliver a notable performance on Sunday.

Wout Weghorst (ST): Expected to retain his place up front, Weghorst will be keen on delivering a positive performance against Eddie Howe’s side. Having proven to be an invaluable asset out of possession, the striker will be keen on improving his goal-scoring tally over the coming weeks.