Get £40 in free bets with Ladbrokes ahead of Newcastle vs Manchester United

Mar 4, 2026 - 16:30

Newcastle welcome Manchester United to St James’ Park tonight looking to halt a worrying slide that’s seen them lose five of their last six league games. The Magpies have lost three straight at home for the first time since 2021 and sit 13th, with a brutal run of fixtures looming.

Manchester United arrive in third after an extraordinary turnaround under Michael Carrick, unbeaten in 11 league games, with 19 points from a possible 21 since mid-January. Benjamin Sesko has seven goals in his last eight appearances, while Bruno Fernandes (13 assists) is closing in on David Beckham’s club record of 15.

Newcastle have won their last three home league meetings against United, but Carrick’s side are a new monster since then.

In a fixture where form and history collide, new customers can grab even more value this midweek with Ladbrokes, picking up £40 in free bets after placing a qualifying bet.

Score even more value with Ladbrokes

New customers can secure this bonus by simply registering and staking a £10 qualifying bet at odds of 1/2 or greater. Once that bet settles, 4 x £10 free bets (£40 total) will be credited to your account.

Grab this offer ahead of a huge week featuring Newcastle vs United, FA Cup quarter-finals, and European action.

Can United maintain their charge?

United are unbeaten in five away league games and have recovered nine points from losing positions in 2026, more than any other side. Luke Shaw and Harry Maguire are doubts after illness, but Carrick hopes to have them available.

Meanwhile, Newcastle are without Bruno Guimarães, Tino Livramento and Fabian Schär, while Nick Woltemade is a major doubt. They’ve conceded 23 home goals this season – only Wolves and West Ham have shipped more.

Manchester United to Win
Both Teams to Score

United have scored in 12 straight away games, while Newcastle have found the net in four of their last five at St James’ despite the downturn in results. With the hosts looking desperate to end their slide and United flying, backing the visitors to edge it while both teams score offers decent value.

How to claim

Register as a new Ladbrokes customer ahead of Newcastle vs Manchester United (18+, UK & ROI only).
Place a £10+ qualifying bet at minimum odds of 1/2 (1.5) within 14 days of registration.

You’ll get:

4 x £10 free bets.
Credited after qualifying bet settles.
Valid for 7 days.
Free bets can be used on singles, doubles, trebles, 4-folds and upwards.

Key terms and conditions of this Ladbrokes offer

Qualifying bet must be placed within 14 days of registration.
Minimum odds of 1/2 (1.5) apply to qualifying bet.
Free bets expire after 7 days.
Certain payment methods excluded – including Prepaid Cards, PayPal, Neteller and Skrill.
No cash out on free bets.

*New UK & ROI customers only. 18+. Min deposit £10. Min first £10 win or E/W bet within 14 days of account reg at min odds 1/2 & get 4 x £10 free bets. Free bets valid for 7 days, stake not returned. Certain deposit methods & bet types excluded. No cashout. T&Cs apply. GambleAware.org*

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