Manchester United hosts Newcastle United in the only Premier League game on Boxing Day.
Ruben Amorim’s side lost 2-1 away to Aston Villa in their last game and also suffered an injury to captain and talisman Bruno Fernandes.
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It leaves the hosts looking exhausted as they will be without Brian Mbemo and Amad Diallo over the festive period due to the Africa Cup of Nations.
Newcastle United drew 2-2 with Chelsea last weekend and their defense was also missing players.
Eddie Howe’s side gave up a two-goal lead after half-time but were awarded a ‘Stonewall’ penalty for a foul on Anthony Gordon.
Newcastle have only won two away games all season, but won 2-0 at Old Trafford when the two teams met last season.
When does Manchester United vs Newcastle United start?
Kick-off takes place at Old Trafford on Friday 26 December at 8pm (GMT).
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How can I watch it?
It will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event and the Premier League.
What’s the team news?
The hosts will be without Bruno Fernandes and Kobe Mainu through injury, while Brian Mbemo, Amad Diallo and Nussel Mazrawi will be available for the Africa Cup of Nations. Harry Maguire and Matthijs de Ligt remain sidelined, but Casemiro returns from suspension.
Newcastle are still missing a number of defenders, including Kieran Trippier, Dan Byrne, Tino Liveramento and Sven Botman. Lewis Miley will continue at full-back.
possible lineup
Manchester United: Lamens; Pena, Paradise, Xiao; Dalot, Ugarte, Casemiro, Dolgu; Cunha Mountain; Sesco
Newcastle United: Ramsdale; Miley, Schaal, Thio, Hall; Guimarães, Tonali, Joelinton; Murphy, Waltermade, Gordon
