Manchester United XI vs Newcastle United – Predicted lineup and team news

Manchester United travel to St James’ Park tonight aiming to secure a Premier League double over Newcastle and extend their unbeaten away run to six matches.

The Red Devils have moved into third place in the table after a revitalising spell under manager Michael Carrick, who has won five of his first six games in charge. Manager Carrick oversaw a clinical 2–1 victory over Crystal Palace on Sunday, and his side now looks to consolidate their top-four position. Notably, Manchester United have only lost one of their last 11 away Premier League games, a significant improvement from their previous 11 on the road.

Michael Carrick manages a squad coping with fresh defensive doubts after two veteran stars felt unwell during the weekend’s win. Notably, Luke Shaw and Harry Maguire are being monitored; if they are unable to start, Noussair Mazraoui and Ayden Heaven are ready to step in. Consequently, the manager may hand a first inclusion in the league XI to striker Benjamin Šeško after his match-winning contribution off the bench. Notably, Šeško has scored seven goals in eight matches since the departure of Ruben Amorim, averaging a goal every 49.7 minutes during that run.

Arne Lammens will start in goal behind a defensive line led by Leny Yoro and potentially Harry Maguire . In midfield, Casemiro and Kobbie Mainoo are expected to continue their partnership, providing the platform for Bruno Fernandes to operate in the creative role. Notably, Fernandes has already provided 13 league assists this term, matching the most by a United player in a single campaign since 2011-12. Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha will provide the threat from wide areas as United seek to become the first side since 1931 to win four consecutive league matches at St James’ Park.

Manchester United Predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Lammens; Dalot, Yoro, Maguire, Mazraoui; Casemiro , Mainoo; Mbeumo, Fernandes, Cunha; Sesko

The Premier League fixture takes place at St James’ Park on Wednesday, 4 March 2026. Kick-off is scheduled for 20:15 GMT.

UK fans can watch the match live on TNT Sports 1. Highlights will be available on Match of the Day later tonight.

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