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‘Nothing Much for Them to Get Excited About’ – Chris Sutton Makes Grim Man United Prediction Ahead of Newcastle Trip 5a5o4f

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Published11 Apr 2025

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Former Celtic star Chris Sutton has backed Newcastle United to claim a comfortable victory in their Premier League meeting with Manchester United on Gameweek 32. 

Manchester United have been enduring a lacklustre campaign. Despite Ruben Amorim’s best efforts, the Red Devils are toiling in 13th place in the Premier League rankings, with only 38 points to their name. With a top-five finish out of reach, winning the Europa League is Man United’s only shot at returning to the highest echelon of European football next season.

Newcastle United, meanwhile, have a spring in their steps. They claimed a thrilling 2-1 win over Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final and have come out on top in their last three Premier League games on the bounce. With 53 points on the board, the Magpies are fifth in the Premier League rankings. They are level on points with fourth-placed Chelsea despite playing one game less.

Chris Sutton Predicts Newcastle United Will Beat Manchester United in EPL Clash 6u595t

Predicting the outcome of the clash at St. James’ Park on Sunday, April 13, Sutton wrote in his BBC column:

“It does feel like Ruben Amorim is steadying the ship at Manchester United but there is nothing much for them to get excited about in the Premier League and it could be a pretty dull end to their domestic campaign, especially because they are finding it difficult to score goals.

“Like Tottenham, United’s season is hanging on the Europa League now, but their Premier League results still matter for Amorim because he needs to put some credit into the bank going into next season.”

He continued:

“I just can’t see past a Newcastle win here, though. They are one of the teams in this race for the Champions League places and are in great form. Now we know the top five are guaranteed to get in, I am confident they will make it.

“It just shows the value of winning the Carabao Cup because it seems like it has given them a big leg up.”

Sutton concluded by adding:

“They will have enjoyed themselves celebrating for a few days but now they are focused on making it into the Champions League, which is so important because of the Premier League’s profit and sustainability rules.

“If they make it, it gives them the opportunity to build.”

Sutton’s Newcastle vs Man United prediction: 2-0