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Paul Merson has given his take on Sunday's Premier League clash between Champions League rivals Newcastle United and Manchester United.

Newcastle are playing at home and a draw isn’t good enough for them. Writing in his SportKeeda column, the former Arsenal forward said: “What a game. Advertisement

Rashford, who withdrew from England duty last week due to injury, could feature for Man United at St James' Park.

[Anthony Martial](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/all-about/anthony-martial) and Marcel Sabitzer were not seen but may have gone directly to the terminal. [carrying a knee issue](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/manchester-united-injury-news-sabitzer-26567196) during Austria’s 4-1 win over Azerbaijan last week according to head coach and ex-United interim manager Ralf Rangnick, and so the midfielder remained on the bench for the following 2-1 win over Estonia. Erik ten Hag suggested that [Martial could return to the fold](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/man-united-anthony-martial-newcastle-26604148) against Newcastle after a three-month absence through injury. The other goalscorer that day, Diogo Dalot, Lisandro Martinez, Tyrell Malacia, Fred, Bruno Fernandes, Jadon Sancho, Wout Weghorst and Aaron Wan-Bissaka, among others, were seen too. [ Fresh Christian Eriksen injury update](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/manchester-united-eriksen-injury-update-26610182)

Where to watch Newcastle vs Man United Premier League game, plus kick-off time & team news.

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Erik ten Hag says Manchester United must be playing Champions League football next season, stressing there can be “no misunderstanding” about their need to ...

“He’s doing a really good job for us in pressing. “But that’s not in this moment the focus point. “I think a very good example is Casemiro,” said Ten Hag, whose side face Sevilla in the Europa League quarter-finals. The focus point is now the way of play, make a better game, make a better way of play, so we have a better chance to win games.” “We have two paths. “From my analysis, I think we are in a good direction, in the right direction,” Ten Hag said of the strategy at the club.

Manchester United look set to back boss Erik ten Hag with a new long-term contract in a show of trust following a superb debut season which has helped ...

[Tell us what you think here.](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/ten-hag-contract-man-united-29610117#comments-section) [are deeply unpopular among the club's fans](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/glazers-man-utd-selling-reasons-28560574), with the Red Devils having gone a decade without winning the [Premier League](https://www.irishmirror.ie/all-about/premier-league) title. He guided United to the EFL Cup trophy in February, the club’s piece of silverware in six years, and has them sitting a respectable third in the Premier League. [Have Your Say!](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/ten-hag-contract-man-united-29610117#comments-section) Can Ten Hag guide United to a cup treble this season? [United](https://www.irishmirror.ie/all-about/manchester-united-fc), with multiple offers to buy the club including a group led by Qatari banker [Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani](https://www.irishmirror.ie/all-about/sheikh-jassim-bin-hamad-al-thani) and another from Britain’s richest man, Sir Jim Ratcliffe. Ten Hag has changed the mood at United this season. [Ratcliffe and Sheikh Jassim still haven’t met the Glazer family’s £6billion valuation](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/manutd-sheikh-jassim-improved-offer-29547830) - and are understood to both be more than £1billion short of the asking price being demanded. [At least two of the six Glazer siblings are understood to prefer an option which would see an outside investor buy a stake in the club](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/manutd-takeover-glazers-neville-sale-29277499) to help finance huge capital projects like the redevelopment of the Old Trafford stadium and Carrington training ground. He inherited a club who finished sixth last season – 12 points off the top five – and with a bloated squad in a toxic atmosphere. [Champions League](https://www.irishmirror.ie/all-about/champions-league) qualification is on the cards for United this season, there is still a lot of work to do this season and it is unlikely any new contractual announcement on Ten Hag’s situation will be confirmed before the summer. The Americans [The Glazers](https://www.irishmirror.ie/all-about/joel-glazer) have [pushed back their deadline to complete a sale](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/man-utd-takeover-deadline-glazers-29429587) of the club with the ownership situation at Old Trafford still unclear.

Many clubs get their food and drink offerings at their stadium wrong - with an appalling £7.50 cheese dog sold outside Manchester United's Old Trafford ...

Fair play for trying something new and ambitious, but it's a no from me. And finally, the below. Sausage and kiwi. It split opinion among fans on Footy Scran's account but in the end, the overall verdict was 'no scran': i.e. Kiwi. One Twitter user labelled the cheese hotdog as 'criminal' while another said that it may be 'the most pathetic concession' they've ever seen. Much to work on for Hibs. But there's one problem: the kiwi. What a meal this is. A 'criminal' £7.50 cheese dog sold outside Man United, Thackley AFC's 'superb' pie and mash for £3.50, Brighton's miserable £5.80 burger... - Grabbing food and drink at the stadium is a big part of the football experience The best and worst of football stadium food as fans share their 'scran' online

Manchester United manager Erik Ten Hag has described Sunday's Premier League clash away to Newcastle as a big test for his side.

The information contained in Completesports.com may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed without the prior written authority of Completesports.com. “It is and we are looking forward to a big test and big challenges and it is a very good team, a very good manager,” Ten Hag was quoted on United’s website. The Red Devils will hope to keep their push for a top four finish intact as they occupy third spot on 50 points on the log and Newcastle United are fifth with 47 points.

Erik ten Hag has said a club like Manchester United must play Champions League football as he looks to guide them back into the competition.

I have noticed that last year when we were not in the Champions League but I want to make my point clear, we have to be in the Champions League." United's bid to finish in the top-four restarts on April 2 as they travel to Newcastle, with the Magpies also looking to end their absence from the competition. United can still qualify by finishing in the Premier League's top four, or by winning the Europa League. WHAT HE SAID: "Let's make one thing clear, we have to play Champions League football," Ten Hag said when asked about offering new signings the opportunity to play in Europe's elite competition. "A club like Manchester United has to play in the Champions League. However, he will not be satisfied unless they reach the Champions League next season.

Manchester United are looking to cement their top four place while still chasing silverware on two fronts, while Newcastle have Champions League ambitions ...

[Betfred ](https://bfpartners.click/o/1uTLBh?site_id=104961)is offering new customers £40 worth of bonuses when you sign up and bet £10 on ANY football match! Rashford missed both of England's matches over the international break but has recovered in time for the trip to St. The big news from United's perspective is that Marcus Rashford has travelled with the squad for the fixture and looks set to feature after shaking off his recent injury. That hands both teams an advantage over the north London club, though they'll be aware this fixture is crucial to their hopes of qualifying for the [Champions League](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/champions-league). Sven Botman has also recovered from food poisoning picked up on international duty. Subscribers will also be able to stream the match via the Sky Go app. Here is all you need to know about the match. [Joelinton](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/joelinton) has returned from his ban, however, and [Nick Pope](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/nick-pope) will feature after missing the final due to suspension. [Simply register](https://bfpartners.click/o/1uTLBh?site_id=104961), place a £10 bet on the game of your choice game and you will qualify for this unbeatable welcome offer! [Premier League](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/premier-league) fixtures - the 7-0 drubbing by [Liverpool](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/liverpool-fc) and the goalless draw with [Southampton](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/southampton-fc). [Bet £10 on Newcastle vs Man United and you will qualify for an incredible £40 worth of bonuses from Betfred!](https://bfpartners.click/o/1uTLBh?site_id=104960) [Newcastle](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/newcastle-united-fc) in fifth, with [Tottenham](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/tottenham-hotspur-fc) separating them, though Spurs have played two games more.

Newcastle United host Manchester United in the Premier League on Sunday.The game gets underway at 4.30pm BST, 11.30am EDT, 8.30am PDT.

Nick Pope and Sven Botman should be fit despite missing international duty. •2h ago We played an extra round in the Europa League. They need a breather to collect energy. “I think he can be in the squad for Sunday.” It came at a good time for Anthony Gordon to improve his injury and to try and get him closer to returning. “Fabian would be a prime example of someone who has played through pain and different things and the break came at a good time for him. “It’s been good for some players,” Howe said of the break. “He really needed a period of training and it’s really difficult to do that amongst games because obviously I need players fresh to play so obviously you can’t work them in the way you want them. “I’ve seen Callum really use the break wisely. Now the board’s decision to smash Newcastle United’s transfer record is being belatedly vindicated. Shaw’s contract is set to mark the first piece of squad shaping concluded by United while bids are in on a takeover.

Where to watch Newcastle vs Man United Premier League game, plus kick-off time & team news.

as well as how to stream live online. James' Park on Sunday. Meanwhile, a win on Sunday can take Newcastle level on points with Man United in the top four after the Magpies responded to the 2-0 loss to Manchester City with 2-1 wins over Wolves and Nottingham Forest.

Erik ten Hag strongly hinted at which striker will become the first Man Utd signing this summer, though a second centre-forward is likely to arrive too.

A club like Manchester United has to act in the Champions League, so there’s no misunderstanding.” He is also good in the set plays. He starts the press and he is very good in the backward pressing. However, he’ll seemingly have to be willing to accept a bench role if a move to Old Trafford does go through. “I think he is doing a lot of elements of football really well. If both those players prove unattainable, the likes of Goncalo Ramos, Mohammed Kudus and Randal Kolo Muani are alternatives.

If Newcastle want to be playing in the UEFA Champions League next season, then this feels like a must-win game. But can the Magpies end their winless run ...

Alexander Isak appears to be the man with the golden touch right now, having scored three goals in his last two games as the injury woes that besieged his start to life in the Premier League appear to have subsided. Rashford has been involved in seven goals in his eight Premier League starts against Newcastle (four goals, three assists). The other two players to have netted nine winning goals this season – Erling Haaland and Harry Kane. No player has scored more winning goals in the competition than Rashford, with nine of his 14 strikes being the winner. But despite being winless in their last six Premier League games against Man Utd, the last two of those have been draws. On average this season, Newcastle’s Premier League games have lasted 98 minutes and 58 seconds this season, which is the third highest in the division. However, the ball in play average is just 51 minutes and 41 seconds, the lowest in the competition this term. It’s a victory that could prove vital for Manchester United in nailing down their hold on third place in the table. It was 27 years ago that Newcastle surrendered a 12-point lead at the top of the Premier League table to hand Manchester United the title. Man United have scored more Premier League goals against Newcastle (113) than any other opponent in the competition. James’ Park, their 14 wins away from the home are also the most they achieved against a single side away from Old Trafford. But can the Magpies end their winless run against Man Utd?

JOE BERNSTEIN: United currently sit third but only three points ahead of Newcastle who are fifth. It makes Sunday's trip to St James' Park hugely important.

[United currently sit third](/sport/football/article-11919407/PREMIER-LEAGUE-TITLE-RACE-PREDICTION-lift-trophy-28.html) but only three points ahead of Newcastle who are fifth. [Champions League qualification remains a huge priority](/sport/football/article-11924079/CHAMPIONS-LEAGUE-RACE-PREDICTION-set-finish-four.html) for United having missed out on Europe's elite competition in four of the last five seasons and despite their run in the Europa League, their best chance of a return remains a top-four finish. That's why the next trilogy of games is so vital. It makes [Sunday's trip to St James' Park](/sport/football/article-11925185/Eddie-Howe-tips-Newcastle-rise-challenge-beating-Man-United-weekend.html) hugely important and only the start of what could be a pivotal week for the club. [Erik ten Hag's](/sport/football/article-11927287/Erik-ten-Hag-insists-Manchester-United-perform-better-Wout-Weghorst-plays.html) mind on the resumption of club football following the international break. but at least Marcel Sabitzer is fit as Erik ten Hag's thin squad begins to creak

Manchester United face a major test of their top four credentials on their return to Premier League action this weekend away at Newcastle.

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