Match context
Newcastle vs Manchester United at St. James' Park, Newcastle, in the Premier League (Regular Season - 29), kicks off on 2026-03-04 at 20:15 UTC. Newcastle come in 13th with 36 points, while United sit 3rd on 51 points and chasing Champions League qualification.
Newcastle availability
Newcastle are hit hard in midfield with Bruno Guimarães ruled out by a muscle injury, depriving them of a key creator who has delivered 9 goals and 4 assists in the league. Emil Krafth (knee), Lewis Miley (knee) and Fabian Schär (ankle) are also sidelined, further stretching defensive options. Tino Livramento (hamstring) and Nick Woltemade (illness) are both doubtful and face late fitness tests. With their top scorer/creator missing, more attacking responsibility will fall on wide forwards such as Anthony Gordon and Harvey Barnes, who are available to start.
Manchester United availability
United also have issues, but mainly at the back. Matthijs de Ligt (back), Mason Mount (knock) and full-back Patrick Dorgu (hamstring) are all ruled out. Lisandro Martínez, Luke Shaw and youngster Sonny Aljofree are doubtful and will need to be assessed. Crucially, attacking leaders remain fit: Bryan Mbeumo (9 goals, 3 assists), Benjamin Šeško (8 goals, 1 assist) and Bruno Fernandes (7 goals, 13 assists) are all available.
Impact summary
Newcastle lose their main midfield scorer and creator in Bruno Guimarães (9 goals, 4 assists), while United retain virtually all of their attacking output, keeping a clear edge in forward firepower despite defensive absences.
