The experts are predicting Newcastle United to exert revenge for their Carabao Cup defeat last month. A depleted Manchester United arrive at St James’ Park for a showdown that could prove pivotal in the Champions League race.
Should the Magpies win, they will move above Erik ten Hag’s side - and into third place - on goal difference. The Red Devils will be without the suspended Casemiro while the injured Marcel Sabitzer (knee) will join Christian Eriksen (foot) and Anthony Martial (groin) on the treatment table. Raphael Varane and Marcus Rashford are also doubts for the clash.
This will be the third time both clubs have faced each other in 2022-23. In October, Newcastle ground out a 0-0 draw but the 2-0 defeat at Wembley last month is still fresh in supporters’ minds. However, the pundits believe Eddie Howe is set to have the last laugh by Sunday evening…
