History of the Newcastle United v Manchester United fixture
Manchester United face a trip to Newcastle United at St. James' Park on Wednesday evening, hoping to improve upon an average previous return from this fixture. Of the 74 games played, Red Devils have recorded 27 wins, and Newcastle United have come away with 30 victories.
The most recent encounter between these two sides was less than a year ago, in April 2011, when they played out a goalless draw in a Premier League match.
Recent encounters between the teams
| Season | Date | Team | Result | Team | Comp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011/2012 | Sat 26 Nov | Man. Utd. | 1 - 1 | Newcastle Utd. | Premier League |
| 2010/2011 | Tue 19 Apr | Newcastle Utd. | 0-0 | Man. Utd. | Premier League |
| 2010/2011 | Mon 16 Aug | Man. Utd. | 3 - 0 | Newcastle Utd. | Premier League |
| 2008/2009 | Wed 04 Mar | Newcastle Utd. | 1 - 2 | Man. Utd. | Premier League |
| 2008/2009 | Sun 17 Aug | Man. Utd. | 1 - 1 | Newcastle Utd. | Premier League |
| 2007/2008 | Sat 23 Feb | Newcastle Utd. | 1 - 5 | Man. Utd. | Premier League |
| 2007/2008 | Sat 12 Jan | Man. Utd. | 6 - 0 | Newcastle Utd. | Premier League |
For a detailed analysis of the complete head-to-head record between the two sides, click here
Recent respective form guides
Newcastle United are not in the best of form at home, with two wins, two draws, and two defeats in their last six. The Magpies's have scored 7 goals in these games, but conceded an alarming 9.
The away form of Manchester United however, is much more impressive, with a marvellous return of five wins and one defeat from the last six. Those games have seen the Red Devils pummel 11 goals, and let in 2.
Newcastle United lie just outside the playoff positions in the Barclays Premier League, picking up 30 points from their 19 games so far.
Manchester United's total of 45 points from their 19 games sees them sitting in the playoff places in Barclays Premier League.
Current overall team form
| Team | P | W | D | L | F | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newcastle United | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 7 | 13 | 4 |
| Manchester United | 6 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 19 | 6 | 12 |
For a detailed analysis of current team form guides in this or any division, click here
FootyMad's prediction ...
Manchester United are in great form out on the road, so much so that the Madmen confidently predict a comfortable three points from their visit to Newcastle United. Away win
Sequence statistics
| Team | Sequences |
|---|---|
| Newcastle United | Failed to win in previous 3 home matches. Not drawn a match in their last 3 . |
| Manchester United | 9 games since last away draw. Last drawn game 9 outings ago. |
For a detailed analysis of current team sequences throughout the leagues, click here