Manchester United vs Newcastle Match Preview

Manchester United are looking to bounce back after their defeat against Watford last weekend, a result which dropped them to the 8th place of the table, 7 points away from the Champions League top-4. The return of P. Pogba was the only positive thing in the game for the 'Red Devils', as nearly three months passed since his ankle injury, with the Frenchman coming in as a substitute for the 26 minutes and giving Manchester United a significant boost.

Newcastle are currently at 25 points, level as their current opponents Man United, after they got their 3rd win in their last 5 games, beating Crystal Palace 1-0, with M.Almiron scoring his first goal with the club (photo), a player they spend the record amount of £ 21m to sign. Certainly, his confidence will now boost and the Paraguayan midfielder could also cause problems in Man United's defense. S.Bruce will reasonably start again with him in the game. Additionally, A. Carroll needs to be rested, which means that Brazilian Joelinton will be the only forward for Newcastle. P. Dummett is unavailable, while Ki Sung-yeung and J. Willems are doubtful.

Both teams have 25 points each and are placed 8th and 9th respectively. However, the odds offered are quite undeserved for the guests (1.38 - 10.85) and the only betting value in this one is on the away team. I'll take the risk and go with Newcastle to win all the points.