Manchester United are ready to host West Ham United tonight at Old Trafford following a stunning win over Wolverhampton Wanderers last week. The Red Devils were on a two-goal lead but gave up the lead at Molineux Stadium in injury time. However, teenage midfielder Kobbie Mainoo stole the show as he scored in the dying minute to seal a dramatic victory for Manchester United by a 4-3 margin.
West Ham United, on the other hand, had a good start at the beginning of the season. But this London side club is not in their peak form right now and is winless in their last three league games. They are looking forward to getting back on the winning track when they visit Old Trafford tonight.
Stats & Facts
- West Ham United have already defeated Manchester United this season back in December at London Stadium. A win over Man United would see them completing the league double for the first time since the 2006-2007 season.
- However, Man United have an excellent record against West Ham United at Old Trafford. They are unbeaten in their last 15 league meetings with the Hammers at Old Trafford. Moreover, the Red Devils have won each of their last three home games against West Ham United with a margin of 1-0.
- The Red Devils have a fantastic home record against the London side clubs. They lost only one of their last 19 league games against the London side clubs at Old Trafford, while the Red Devils won 15 and the remaining 3 games ended in a tie.
Team News
The international break has been a blessing for Man United as they got several back from the injury. Lisandro Martinez and Casemiro have already made their return. Man United’s former captain Harry Maguire was seen at the training, while the manager confirmed that Victor Lindelof is available for tonight’s clash.
In the pre-match press conference, Ten Hag said, “Victor Lindelof, I think he is on his way back. He trained with the team on Wednesday and we have to see how far he is [along].”
Sofyan Amrabat is also available as he returned from international duty in the AFCON Cup. However, Tyrell Malacia, Mason Mount, and Anthony Martial are out of the squad due to their respective injury.
As for West Ham United, Michail Antonio and Lucas Paqueta will miss tonight’s game due to injury. However, Vladimir Coufal is back again after having a suspension.
Possible Line Up For Manchester United:
Onana; Dalot, Varane, Martinez, Shaw; Mainoo, McTominay; Antony, Fernandes, Rashford; Hojlund
Possible Lineup For West Ham United:
Areola; Coufal, Aguerd, Zouma, Emerson; Soucek, Alvarez; Kudus, Ward-Prowse, Cornet; Bowen
Prediction: Man United 2-1 West Ham United
Man United’s strikers such as Rasmus Hojlund and Marcus Rashford are now getting goals. Holjund was goalless in his first 16 league games, but he has scored three goals in his last three appearances for Man United. Rashford also netted three goals for the Red Devils. These two players will be a big threat for the Hammers.
However, the defense has been a big issue for Man United. If they can maintain an organized defense, they should win tonight’s game.
Betfair Odds
Man United: 1.62
Draw: 4.28
West Ham United: 5.47
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