The quarterfinals of the UEFA Europa League start tomorrow with the match between Manchester United and Sevilla FC. Manchester United will host the Spanish side tomorrow at Old Trafford. English giant Man United have already bagged a trophy, the Carabao Cup, and they are fighting for two more silverware, The FA Cup and the Europa League.
Stats & Facts
Manchester United met Sevilla twice in European competitions, but the Red Devils have never defeated Sevilla yet. However, Sevilla’s previous records against English clubs are very well. Six of Sevilla’s past eight European knockout matches against English clubs have resulted in a victory for them. But their current form is not going well. Sevilla are currently winless in their last 11 away games against any English side in European competitions.
Team News
Manchester United have a huge blow ahead of the Europa League clash. Marcus Rashford, the top scorer of Man United, will miss this crucial clash due to injury. Rashford has already scored 28 goals in all competitions for the Red Devils and has been a key part of the club. Unfortunately, this in-form forward got a knock during the match against Everton in the EPL and was substituted in the 80th minute.
Man United’s manager Erik Ten Hag talked about Rashford in the pre-match press conference. He said, “Of course it is a setback, and he [Rashford] is disappointed about it. But he is not totally broken because he knows he will return quickly. He is optimistic and he has started straight on his recovery and his rehab. That helps him to get back soon.”
Luke Shaw and Alejandro Garnacho will also miss this match due to injuries. But Casemiro is ready to return to the starting XI after the four-match suspension. Christian Eriksen and Anthony Martial are also ready to play against Sevilla.
As for Sevilla, Joan Jordan and Jesus Manuel Corona are injured and will miss the game. But Lucas Ocampos is back again after being suspended.
The Possible Lineup for Man United:
De Gea; Dalot, Varane, L Martinez, Malacia; Casemiro, McTominay, Fernandes; Antony, Martial, Sancho
The Possible Lineup for Sevilla:
Bono; Montiel, Bade, Gudelj, Acuna; Fernando, Rakitic; Ocampos, Torres, Lamela; En-Nesyri
Our Prediction: Man United 2-0 Sevilla
Manchester United are unstoppable at Old Trafford. To score against Man United at Old Trafford is really difficult for Sevilla, who are also struggling in La Liga.
Betfair
Man United: 1.36
Draw: 4.75
Sevilla FC: 8.50
