Man Utd vs Newcastle: Red Devils host Toon in crucial Prem clash with both sides chasing Europe – stream, TV, team news
MANCHESTER UNITED host Newcastle in a mammoth Premier League battle for a European spot.
The Red Devils have had a league campaign to forget – breaking all sorts of unwanted records such as most goals conceded since 1970/71.
And Erik ten Hag’s side hit another bump in the road last Sunday having lost to bitter rivals Arsenal courtesy of a first-half Leandro Trossard strike.
However, Newcastle haven’t exactly been firing on all cylinders and their 1-1 draw with Brighton last weekend was another example of this.
So with all that being said, it is set up to be an unpredictable match and SunSport can provide fans with all the information around the encounter below.
When is Man Utd vs Newcastle?
- Manchester United and Newcastle lock horns in a mouthwatering Premier League encounter on Wednesday, May 15.
- It is scheduled to kick off at 8pm BST.
- Old Trafford is the allocated arena for this huge match and it can host approximately 74,000 fans.
- Anthony Gordon’s strike helped the Magpies secure a 1-0 victory in the reverse fixture.
What TV channel is it on and can it be live streamed?
- Manchester United vs Newcastle will be broadcast LIVE on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League in the UK.
- Coverage is expected to commence from 7:30pm BST on both channels – 30 mins before kick-off.
- Fans can stream the action on NOW TV through any tablet device or mobile.
- Alternatively, SunSport will have minute-by-minute action of the whole match.
What is the team news?
Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag will be hoping several key stars will return who missed out on the 1-0 defeat to Arsenal.
Mason Mount (muscle), Bruno Fernandes (unknown), Marcus Rashford (muscle), Harry Maguire (muscle), Victor Lindelof (hamstring), Luke Shaw (muscle) Lisandro Martinez (calf), Tyrrell Malacia (knee), Anthony Martial (groin) and Raphael Varane (unknown) were all unavailable.
While Amad Diallo was forced off early with a knee issue.
Newcastle manager Eddie Howe has also been struck with a lengthy list of injuries.
Callum Wilson (thigh), Fabian Schar (hamstring), Lewis Miley (back), Joe Willock (ankle), Jamaal Lascelles (cruciate ligament), Matt Targett (achilies), Sven Botman (knee) are all likely to miss the trip to Old Trafford.
And Sandro Tonali continues to serve his suspension for breaching betting rules.
What are the odds?
- Man Utd to win 13/10
- Draw 3/1
- Newcastle to win 6/5
*Odds courtesy of Ladbrokes are correct at time of publication