Ten Premier League games without a win, a run stretching back to May this year, is one that needs put to bed sooner rather than later for United, with the Magpies already six points adrift of safety in the Premier League and languishing in 19th-spot.
After a 3-0 Chelsea defeat last time out – is it time for a switch up? Liam Kennedy picks his starting XI (4-4-2) and makes FIVE changes.
1. GOALKEEPER: Martin Dubravka
It's time for a change. The Slovak is the best goalkeeper at the club and is now fit. He must play. Photo: Stu Forster
2. RIGHT-BACK: Javier Manquillo
The only real right-back at the club, so he continues in the slot. Have a feeling Emil Krafth may well be favoured were it up to Graeme Jones. Photo: Stu Forster
3. CENTRE-BACK: Federico Fernandez
Second change to the side - in comes United's best defender, who has been inexplicably cut out under Jones. Photo: Ryan Pierse
4. CENTRE-BACK: Ciaran Clark
In a poor defensive unit, and despite a very bad start to the season, Clark hasn't been all that bad of late. Keeps his place. Photo: Stu Forster