The two sides will head into the M16 showdown in contrasting runs of form as they each attempt to try and bring 2024 to a close on a high.
While United have lost each of their past three matches, the latest of which a 2-0 defeat to Wolves at Molineux on Boxing Day, Newcastle have won each of their past four outings across all competitions, scoring 14 goals in the process.
Their recent upturn in form, at the time of writing, has elevated them to fifth in the Premier League table, five points shy of the Champions League qualification spots.
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