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Old Trafford hosts a key Premier League clash on December 26, 2025, as Manchester United faces Newcastle United in Round 18. With both teams looking to climb the league table, fans across Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, Iraq, Jordan and Lebanon are expecting a competitive match.
Manchester United enters the game in 7th place, having won 4 of their 8 home matches this season. Their recent form is mixed with two wins, two draws and two losses, but goals have been consistent with over 2.5 goals scored in their last three league matches.
Newcastle United sits 11th and has put together two wins, three draws and one loss in their previous six games. Newcastle fixtures have also been high scoring, with five of the last six matches featuring more than 2.5 goals.
Historically, Manchester United has dominated the fixture, winning 59% of Premier League meetings between the two sides.
Team News
Manchester United will be without B. Mbeumo, A. Traoré and N. Mazraoui due to national team duty, and M. de Ligt is sidelined with a back injury.
Newcastle United faces multiple absences: W. Osula, K. Trippier, M. Thiaw, S. Botman, E. Krafth and D. Burn.
Match Outlook
With both teams producing high-scoring matches recently, fans can expect an open, attacking game. Manchester United holds a 40% win probability based on form and home advantage, though Newcastle's recent momentum makes this a competitive fixture.