Manchester United will be seeking to recoup their efforts with a home victory over Bournemouth, less than 72 hours after their seven-match spectacle against Tottenham in the Carabao Cup.
Ruben Amorim will have the opportunity to achieve his first professional two-game winning streak in the Premier League at Old Trafford, following the Red Devils’ dramatic victory over their crosstown rivals Man City in the big Derby last weekend.
On Sunday afternoon, the Portuguese tactician will undoubtedly implement his most effective lineup, following the midweek recovery of several of his most critical players. Nevertheless, this does not encompass Mason Mount, who sustained a new injury during the Derby, nor his teammates Luke Shaw and Victor Lindelof, who are also injured.
Nevertheless, Amorim will undoubtedly depend on the in-form Amad Diallo, who is steadily solidifying his status as the club’s most explosive player in the attacking third. The young Ivorian was the ultimate hero in the derby that took place last weekend. He also made an impact against the Spurs by scoring a goal off the substitute, although it was ultimately insufficient.
Man United will be led by Amad Diallo in their match against Bournemouth.
Nevertheless, it is uncertain whether the 22-year-old will commence in an advanced position or as a right wingback, subsequent to the arrival of Alejandro Garnacho. Although the Argentine’s return to the squad following his omission last weekend is positive news for United, Amorim would likely prefer to affirm Amad’s position in the attacking trident alongside Bruno Fernandes. Joshua Zirkzee could lead the line following his positive midweek cameo.
The primary options in the double pivot are Kobbie Mainoo and Manuel Ugarte, while Noussair Mazraoui would assume the role of the right flank and Diogo Dalot the left.
Lastly, Harry Maguire, Matthijs de Ligt, and Lisandro Martinez should be responsible for maintaining the backline, despite the fact that Martinez’s performances in the Carabao Cup were inconsistent.
Man United’s Predicted XI (3-4-2-1): Onana; De Ligt, Maguire, Martinez; Mazraoui, Mainoo, Ugarte, Dalot; Amad, Fernandes; Zirkzee
