The market's verdict

The betting market closed with Newcastle United (Conde) at 1.99 — an implied 47% chance. The favourite delivered.

• Manchester Utd. (George): closed 2.76 (34%)
• Newcastle United (Conde): closed 1.99 (47%)
• Draw: closed 4.70 (20%)

Manchester Utd. (George) — recent form

• 2026-08-20Everton FC (Logan) 1-4 Manchester Utd. (George)

Newcastle United (Conde) — recent form

• 2026-08-15Newcastle United (Conde) 1-4 Manchester City FC (George)
• 2026-08-15Newcastle United (Conde) 1-3 Manchester United FC (Odin)
• 2026-08-15Newcastle United (Conde) 3-1 Arsenal FC (Kristof)
• 2026-08-15Manchester City FC (George) 3-1 Newcastle United (Conde)