Manchester United vs Newcastle is the sole Premier League game on Boxing Day this year.
But what a fixture to have on the special day, eh? It is a game steeped in history, and one which pits two teams chasing the Champions League places against each other.
Ruben Amorim vs Eddie Howe while tucking into the Christmas treats, it does not get much better than that.
Here is our full Manchester United vs Newcastle betting preview, and you can also check out our latest tips based on NetBet’s offering of Premier League odds.
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Where can I watch Manchester United vs Newcastle in the UK?
Manchester United vs Newcastle will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League, with kick-off scheduled for 8pm UK time.
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Recent results
Both of these teams have mustered only two victories in the last six matches.
United’s 2-1 defeat at Aston Villa on the weekend followed a 4-4 draw with Bournemouth at Old Trafford, and you have to go back to October 25 for their last home win (4-2 vs Brighton).
That poor run in front of their own fans includes a shock 1-0 loss vs 10-man Everton and a 1-1 draw with relegation-threatened West Ham.
As for Newcastle, the 2-2 with Chelsea – which saw them surrender a 2-0 lead – came after a humbling 1-0 loss at fierce rivals Sunderland.
Howe’s men have been shocking on the road for the most part in 2025-26, though did surprise everyone by recording a huge 4-1 win at Everton on November 29.
But back-to-back 3-1 losses at West Ham and Brentford prior to the success on Merseyside remain a stark reminder of the Magpies’ away struggles of late.
Head-to-head record
Newcastle have dominated this fixture in recent seasons, winning five of the last six across all competitions.
United’s sole victory in that time was a 3-2 success at Old Trafford in May 2024, though the match at the Theatre of Dreams last season finished 2-0 in Newcastle’s favour.
Team news
Casemiro is available again after a one-match suspension, but Amorim has ruled Bruno Fernandes and Kobbie Mainoo out of this match due to injury. Matthijs de Ligt and Harry Maguire are unlikely to make it either, while Bryan Mbeumo, Amad Diallo and Noussair Mazraoui are at AFCON.
Newcastle’s injury struggles are in defence, with Dan Burn, Tino Livramento, Kieran Trippier, Sven Botman and Emil Krafth all still on the treatment table. But goalkeeper Nick Pope could be available after a spell on the sidelines.
Manchester United vs Newcastle Odds
*All odds are subject to change
United are slight favourites ahead of kick-off at a price of 2.35. A win for Newcastle is valued at 2.81, while the draw is 3.51.
Manchester United vs Newcastle Betting Tips
Anytime goalscorer – Matheus Cunha @ 3.10
With Mbeumo and Fernandes absent, much of the attacking burden falls at the feet of Cunha. And the former Wolves man is in the perfect frame of mind to shoulder the extra responsibility, scoring in each of the last two matches vs Bournemouth and Villa.
Anytime goalscorer – Nick Woltemade @ 2.60
Woltemade returned to form with a brilliant brace vs Chelsea. The German is up to seven Premier League goals for the season, and his size – combined with unexpectedly glorious footwork – can really trouble an injury-ravaged United defence. And lest we forget, the Red Devils have kept just one clean sheet at Old Trafford this season.
Draw no bet – Newcastle @ 2.01
With both sides struggling injury-wise, this is a hard match to call. So opting for a market which covers two possible outcomes may be the best way to go. As previously mentioned, Newcastle have won five of the last six vs United, recording a 2-0 victory at Old Trafford last December. But Newcastle’s 15th-place ranking in the Premier League’s away table means we are opting to cover multiple bases, with the Magpies tallying three draws on their travels.
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