The 15th day of the Premier League kicks off with an enticing match between Manchester United and Newcastle this Saturday. With their title aspirations at stake, the Red Devils must secure a victory to avoid falling further behind the leading contenders. Both teams are coming off setbacks in their last outings, with Manchester United losing to Everton (0-1) at home, ending their 12-match unbeaten run. As a result, the Red Devils now find themselves 12 points behind league leaders Arsenal.
Newcastle also faced an abrupt halt to their four consecutive victories with a 3-0 loss at Swansea. Despite the defeat, they currently sit in 7th place, one point ahead of their 9th-placed hosts.
David Moyes will be without Wayne Rooney, who is suspended due to an accumulation of cards. However, Robin van Persie, absent for four matches, may make a return for the Red Devils.
On the other side, Alan Pardew, Newcastle’s manager, is likely to make several changes following their goalless defeat to Swansea. Hatem Ben Arfa, who is currently under legal scrutiny, could be in the lineup. Additionally, Senegalese striker Papiss Cissé, absent in the previous match due to injury, is expected to return against Manchester United.
