Manchester United dealt major blow ahead of Newcastle United visit – double boost for Eddie Howe

Manchester United are set to be without a key player for the visit to Newcastle United next month.

Published 12th Mar 2023, 15:02 BST- 1 min read

Updated 12th Mar 2023, 15:03 BST

Man United midfielder Casemiro was shown a straight red card against Southampton on Sunday afternoon for a high challenge and will serve a three match suspension. Newcastle host Manchester United at St James’ Park on Sunday, April 2 (4:30pm kick-off).

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Casemiro of Manchester United looks dejected as he leaves the pitch after being shown a red card during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Southampton FC at Old Trafford on March 12, 2023 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Nathan Stirk/Getty Images)

The Magpies will be hoping to get revenge on The Red Devils as they battle for a top four spot following February’s Carabao Cup final defeat at Wembley Stadium. Casemiro scored the opening goal and was named man of the match in the 2-0 win for Man United so his absence in the upcoming match against Newcastle will come as a welcome boost for Eddie Howe’s side.

Howe will also be boosted by the return of Brazilian midfielder Joelinton from suspension. The 26-year-old was shown his 10th booking of the season against Manchester City and will miss the Wolverhampton Wanderers and Nottingham Forest games as a result.

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