Man Utd v Newcastle

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Having lost their last two games on the trot in the Premier League and now nine points behind fifth placed Tottenham with just two more games remaining of this season's Premier League campaign, Manchester United will have to take their chance against fierce rivals Manchester City in the final of the FA Cup if the Red Devils are to feature on the European club stage next season.

Recent losses at the hands of Crystal Palace and Arsenal have scuppered any lingering aspirations of a top five finish this season and indeed these have been the icing on what has been a very disappointing cake in this season's campaign, one which is likely to see the departure of manager Erik ten Hag in the not too distant future.

Recent results have taken an even sharper decline where Manchester United have been concerned as the hosts have managed to register just two wins within their last 11 games in the English top flight which came in the form of victories over Everton and Sheffield United.

A lack of goals therefore may be the best option for this upcoming clash against Newcastle United as six of Manchester United's last 10 home games have resulted in Under 4 goals.

Newcastle United gained a point in a 1-1 draw at home with Brighton as The Magpies were pegged back and in the end the north-east club had to settle for a point but nevertheless, Eddie Howe's side are finishing the season in strong fashion as the visitors have slipped to just a single defeat in their previous eight games overall.

That loss came in the shape of a 2-0 defeat away from home against a fast-improving Chelsea outfit but Newcastle have also collected five wins in the process which consist of victories against the likes of West Ham, Fulham, Tottenham, Sheffield United and Burnley respectively.

Results away from home though still remain a concern for manager Eddie Howe and his side as The Magpies have managed to register just four wins in their last 14 outings on the road while also slipping to no fewer than eight defeats in the process as well, and this poor sequence of away form may just hold Newcastle back at Old Trafford on Wednesday night.

The bigger picture indicates Newcastle United have managed to capture just five wins from their previous 19 games on their travels in the Premier League which may just hand the initiative over to their hosts.

Manchester United v Newcastle United Verdict

Each of the last six meetings between Manchester United and Newcastle United have resulted in Under 4 goals with only one game producing three goals so this upcoming clash may resemble something more of a war of attrition between two inconsistent sides.

Therefore, our main bet will be Under 4 goals @ 2.00

Other side bets worth considering:

Manchester United win @ 2.62

Correct Score: Manchester Utd 2-1 @ 12.00