Mark Lawrenson predicts the PL fixture between Newcastle and Man United. Newcastle United and Manchester United square off in a rematch of the EFL Cup final from February, setting up a titanic clash in the Premier League. The Red Devils are comfortably in third place, three points ahead of the Magpies, and both sides are among the top four contenders in the league.
However, Mark Lawrenson predicts that the Magpies will defeat United because they have shown to be the superior team: “In fairness Manchester United have recovered from that 7-0 and it looks as though Newcastle have got themselves back on the straight and narrow. I’m going to go for a Newcastle win. I think Manchester United is due a defeat and I think this is where it will come. I’m not sure whether Marcus Rashford’s back from this shopping tr
Recently, Manchester United has been very active, with their main priorities being their European challenge and FA Cup efforts. They won their most recent matches against Real Betis and Fulham, advancing them to a quarterfinal matchup with Sevilla of La Liga.
They have performed poorly in the Premier League despite recent triumphs in cup competitions. They labored in just two games in March, losing demoralizingly 7-0 to Liverpool and drawing 0-0 to Southampton. They are presently in third place and have a one-point advantage over Tottenham, who have played two additional games.
On the other side, Newcastle United’s recent performances have been uneven, and their defense has lost some of its lusters. With 27 goals allowed so far this season, Manchester United has the fourth-worst defensive travel record.
Newcastle players and supporters sobbed as Man United defeated them 2-0 in the Carabao Cup final back in February to end their six-year title drought.
The upcoming game between these two elite Premier League teams guarantees to be a fierce contest. It is unclear who will prevail given Newcastle’s inconsistent defensive efforts and Man United’s recent emphasis on cup competitions. Fans can count on a thrilling game between these two English footballing titans, though.
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