Newcastle United head to Old Trafford having defeated Aston Villa 3-0 on Boxing Day with goals from Anthony Gordon, Alexander Isak and Joelinton helping Eddie Howe’s side to a comfortable win. Manchester United, meanwhile, were defeated 2-0 by Wolves as Ruben Amorim’s side slipped to their eighth Premier League defeat of the season and ended the day in 14th place.
The Magpies have won just once in the Premier League at Old Trafford, but did memorably taste victory there in the Carabao Cup last season. Howe’s side will be hopeful that Sven Botman could make a return to the starting squad, whilst also sweating over the fitness of Kieran Trippier and Tino Livramento.
Here, we take a look at the starting XI and substitutes that Howe could name for Newcastle United’s clash with Manchester United on Monday night. Do you agree with our picks? Follow us on our social media channels and let us know your thoughts there.
5. Lewis Hall
Hall has been brilliant in recent weeks and enjoys fond memories of playing at Old Trafford having scored his only Newcastle United goals there on his last two appearances. | Getty Images
6. Bruno Guimaraes
Guimaraes has been unleashed in the number eight role in recent weeks and will be someone the team rely on to drive them forward at Old Trafford. | Getty Images
7. Sandro Tonali
Tonali has been simply fantastic in his last few outings and is one of the key reasons for Newcastle’s upturn in form. | Getty Images
8. Joelinton
Joelinton’s physicality could be a game changer for Newcastle on Monday, particularly against a Manchester United midfield that will be without Bruno Fernandes and Manuel Ugarte. | Getty Images