Manchester United and The clash marks the only game of the traditional Boxing Day in the competition. The home team occupies 7th place, with 26 points, and is looking to react after a recent defeat. The visitors are in 11th place, with 23 points, and need a victory to get closer to the European zone.
Manchester United arrives under pressure after losing 2-1 to Aston Villa away from home. The absence of Bruno Fernandes, injured, complicates Rúben Amorim’s team. Newcastle drew 2-2 with Chelsea at home in the previous round.
Live stream and where to watchThe game will be broadcast exclusively on Brasil on ESPN on closed TV and on Disney+ on streaming. The ball rolls at 5pm (Brasília time) and 8pm (local time).
Confirmed lineups
Manchester United (3-4-2-1): Lammens; Martínez, Heaven, Shaw; Dalot, Casemiro, Ugarte, Dorgu; Mount, Cunha; Šeško. Técnico: Rúben Amorim.
Newcastle United (4-3-3): Ramsdale; Miley, Thiaw, Schär, Hall; Guimarães, Tonali, Ramsey; Murphy, Woltemade, Gordon. Técnico: Eddie Howe.
Important absencesManchester United does not count with Bruno Fernandes, Kobbie Mainoo, Amad Diallo, Noussair Mazraoui and Harry Maguire. Newcastle has absences like Dan Burn, Valentino Livramento and Emil Krafth.
History of recent clashesNewcastle has the advantage in recent duels, winning five of the six most recent clashes in all competitions. The last game ended 4-1 for Magpies in April 2025. No Old Trafford, Manchester United have not beaten Newcastle for more than two months in previous games.
Last five games for each teamManchester United: defeat to Aston Villa (2-1), draw with West Ham (1-1), defeat to
Newcastle United: Draw with Chelsea (2-2), mixed results with recent wins and losses including home draw and away defeat.
ArbitrationThe referee is Anthony Taylor, with an average of 3.77 cards per game and 0.10 expulsions.
Weather forecast in ManchesterThe temperature is between 6°C and 10°C, with the possibility of rain and moderate wind, typical conditions for the period.
Featured playersMatheus Cunha (Manchester United) and Anthony Gordon (Newcastle) appear as recent highlights, with good offensive performance.
CuriositiesPela first time in the modern era of Premier League, Boxing Day has only one game. Manchester United has the most wins on the day (22), while Newcastle has the most losses (16).
The duel promises balance, with both teams presenting defensive weaknesses and offensive potential.
Predictions and oddsBookmakers indicate slight favoritism for Manchester United at home, but Newcastle has shown recent strength in direct confrontations.
