Manchester United are looking to extend their lead at the top to nine points
Manchester United make the trip to St James Park looking to extend their lead at the top to nine points before Arsenal play Tottenham Hotspur on Wednesday.
Three points for Newcastle United would virtually guarantee their Barclays Premier League status.
Manchester United eased to a 3-0 victory against Newcastle in the first match of the season at Old Trafford, Dimitar Berbatov, Darren Fletcher and Ryan Giggs all on target. After looking out of their depth in that match, Newcastle have had a more than respectable season back in the Barclays Premier League and currently sit 10th in the table. Sir Alex Ferguson's side have lost three of their last six away matches, while Newcastle have tasted defeat in just one of their last six at home. The last time Newcastle beat Man United at home was in September 2001 when they triumphed 4-3.
The 24-year-old could make his debut despite spending the last few days at the bedside of partner Jessica Lawlor after she suffered multiple injuries in a road accident last week.
Midfielder Cheick Tiote and defender James Perch return from suspension, but skipper Kevin Nolan completes his two-match ban. Goalkeeper Steve Harper has had an injection in his knee and is doubtful.
Rooney is available after a two-match ban and is expected to replace Dimitar Berbatov.
Paul Scholes misses out following his red card at Wembley but fellow veteran Ryan Giggs is expected to return, whilst Jonny Evans returns from his own ban.
Manchester United: Van der Sar, Kuszczak, Rafael, O'Shea, Brown, Ferdinand, Smalling, Vidic, Evans, Evra, Fabio, Valencia, Gibson, Anderson, Park, Carrick, Giggs, Nani, Rooney, Berbatov, Hernandez, Owen.
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Three points for Newcastle United would virtually guarantee their Barclays Premier League status.
Manchester United eased to a 3-0 victory against Newcastle in the first match of the season at Old Trafford, Dimitar Berbatov, Darren Fletcher and Ryan Giggs all on target. After looking out of their depth in that match, Newcastle have had a more than respectable season back in the Barclays Premier League and currently sit 10th in the table. Sir Alex Ferguson's side have lost three of their last six away matches, while Newcastle have tasted defeat in just one of their last six at home. The last time Newcastle beat Man United at home was in September 2001 when they triumphed 4-3.
Newcastle team news
Loan signing Stephen Ireland has been included in the Newcastle squad for the first time.The 24-year-old could make his debut despite spending the last few days at the bedside of partner Jessica Lawlor after she suffered multiple injuries in a road accident last week.
Midfielder Cheick Tiote and defender James Perch return from suspension, but skipper Kevin Nolan completes his two-match ban. Goalkeeper Steve Harper has had an injection in his knee and is doubtful.
Man Utd team news
Wayne Rooney will return from suspension to spearhead Manchester United's attack as the Barclays Premier League leaders look to atone for their FA Cup disappointment by beating Newcastle at St James' Park.Rooney is available after a two-match ban and is expected to replace Dimitar Berbatov.
Paul Scholes misses out following his red card at Wembley but fellow veteran Ryan Giggs is expected to return, whilst Jonny Evans returns from his own ban.
Squads
Newcastle United: Harper, Krul, Sodeberg, Simpson, Ferguson, Enrique, Coloccini, Williamson, S Taylor, R Taylor, Perch, Tiote, Barton, Gutierrez, Guthrie, Ireland, Vuckic, Tavernier, Richardson, Lovenkrands, Ameobi, Ranger, Kuqi.Manchester United: Van der Sar, Kuszczak, Rafael, O'Shea, Brown, Ferdinand, Smalling, Vidic, Evans, Evra, Fabio, Valencia, Gibson, Anderson, Park, Carrick, Giggs, Nani, Rooney, Berbatov, Hernandez, Owen.
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