Erik ten Hag insists Manchester United's congested February fixture list gives them a "big advantage" over Newcastle United as the pair look forward to next weekend's Carabao Cup final.
United have had to contend with a hectic month as they continue to fight on four fronts. Prior to next Sunday's trip to Wembley, Erik ten Hag's side will have played seven games across four competitions in 23 days - averaging a game roughly every three days - including a massive Europa League double-header against Barcelona.
Eddie Howe's month has been one of relative serenity, with his side playing just three league games. But the Magpies have failed to win any of those three matches, with Saturday's defeat at home to Liverpool and the suspension of Nick Pope hardly the ideal preparation for the final.
