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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming Premier League clash between Manchester United and Newcastle is set for 26.12.2025 at 20:00. Here you’ll find everything about confirmed lineups, tactical approaches, and recent performances leading into one of the most anticipated fixtures in England.
Pre-Match Overview
Both clubs come into this Premier League encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Manchester United, currently sitting 7 in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Newcastle, positioned -, aim to continue their climb up the Premier League table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 26.12.2025
- Kickoff: 20:00
- Favorite: Manchester United
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 13.04.2025, finishing Newcastle 4-1 Manchester United.
Manchester United Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Manchester United squad has been dominant at home throughout the Premier League 2025 campaign.
Fans searching for the Manchester United lineup today or Manchester United starting XI can find it on this page.
The manager’s choices this week will likely focus on:
- Maintaining defensive stability after recent fixtures
- Enhancing midfield control and quick transitions
- Maximizing forward efficiency in the final third
Recent Manchester United home performances:
Date Event Score 08.12.2025 Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Manchester United 1 - 4 04.12.2025 Manchester United vs West Ham 1 - 1 30.11.2025 Crystal Palace vs Manchester United 1 - 2
Newcastle Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Newcastle have been unpredictable this season but remain dangerous against top sides.
Their confirmed lineup for today’s Premier League game will soon be announced on this page.
Performance overview:
- League standing: -
- Recent head-to-head record: Newcastle 4-1 Manchester United
- Wins this season over Manchester United: 10
Recent away match stats for Newcastle:
Date Event Score 14.12.2025 Sunderland vs Newcastle 1 - 0 10.12.2025 Bayer Leverkusen vs Newcastle 2 - 2 06.12.2025 Newcastle vs Burnley 2 - 1
Prediction and Final Word
As of 15.12.2025, odds point to Manchester United as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Manchester United and Newcastle lineups for the Premier League 2025 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
