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MATCH INFO |
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MATCH :
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Manchester United vs Newcastle
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COMPETITION :
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Premier League
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| DATE: |
27-12-2025
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TIME:
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01.30 AM IST
12.00 AM UAE
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STADIUM
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Old Trafford |
Not only will Bruno Fernandes miss “a few games” after sustaining a hamstring injury at Villa Park, but one of his most natural deputies, Kobbie Mainoo, has also been ruled out of this contest due to a calf issue picked up in training last week.
As a result, Casemiro – returning from a yellow-card suspension – is expected to come straight into midfield in Fernandes’ absence. Lisandro Martinez may also have played his way into contention for a start after an impressive cameo in the West Midlands, potentially edging out the underwhelming Manuel Ugarte.
Manchester United’s defensive options remain depleted, with Matthijs de Ligt (back) and Harry Maguire (thigh) both unavailable, while Bryan Mbeumo, Amad Diallo and Noussair Mazraoui are away on Africa Cup of Nations duty.
Newcastle head coach Eddie Howe could receive a timely boost between the posts, as first-choice goalkeeper Nick Pope has “a chance” of returning from a groin injury to reclaim his place from Aaron Ramsdale.
That said, the Magpies’ defensive crisis shows no sign of easing. Dan Burn (abdominal), Tino Livramento (knee), Kieran Trippier (thigh), Emil Krafth (knee), Sven Botman (back) and Jamaal Lascelles (fitness) all remain sidelined, while William Osula is also unavailable with an ankle problem.
With options at the back still severely limited, teenage prospect Lewis Miley is once again expected to deputise at right-back, although Anthony Elanga is unlikely to be handed a starting role against his former club.