Manchester United vs Newcastle, Premier League: What time does it start and where can I watch it?

A look ahead to Saturday's Premier League clash at Old Trafford

The last encounter between the three sides ended in a 3-3 draw (Getty)

Manchester United will be looking to return to winning ways when they host Newcastle at Old Trafford on Saturday evening.

Jose Mourinho’s men were beaten in their visit to Chelsea two weekends ago and now sit eight points behind rivals City. United cannot afford to drop any points this weekend if they’re to stand any chance of catching the league leaders.

As for the visitors, Newcastle currently sit in 11th with 14 points to their name. The side lost their last two league games so are in need of a positive result against United.

What time does it start?

The game kicks off at 5.30pm at Old Trafford on Saturday 18 November.

Where can I watch it?

The game will be broadcast on Bt Sport 1. Coverage starts at 5pm.

It’s a big game for…

Jose Mourinho. Despite sitting second in the league, with a place in the Champions League knock-out stages all-but guaranteed, there’s a sense that not all is as it seems at Old Trafford. The cracks have started to appear, as showcased by Mourinho’s course reaction to the defeat at Huddersfield and his surprising praise of PSG. United need a win against Newcastle, otherwise expect the tension to keep on building in the red side of Manchester.

Is Jose Mourinho the man to bring the league title back to Old Trafford? (Getty)

Remember when…

United thumped Newcastle 4-0 at St James’ Park in April 2014? Juan Mata scored two while Javier Hernandez and Adnan Januzaj completed the scoring.

Player to watch…

Romelu Lukaku. Is he the real deal? Is he stealing a living? Is he a work in progress? The jury remains out on the Belgian, who insists he needs more time to prove his worth. After a two-week break, he’ll certainly be eager to make this point – but whether or not he can do so remains to be seen.

Last three meetings…

Newcastle United 3 Manchester United 3, Premier League, January 2016

Manchester United 0 Newcastle United 0, Premier League, August 2015

Newcastle United 0 Manchester United 1, Premier League, March 2015

Form guide…

Newcastle United: LLWDDL

Manchester United: LWWWLW

Odds…

Manchester United: 1/4

Draw: 9/2

Newcastle United: 11/1