The Premier League continues this weekend as Manchester United welcome Everton to Old Trafford on Sunday. The Red Devils seek to make it two consecutive victories at home under Ruben Amorim while Sean Dyche’s Toffees are in desperate need of a goal after their recent run of goalless performances.
Manchester United’s Recent Form
The Red Devils come into this match on the back of a thrilling 3-2 Europa League win over Bodo/Glimt. Amidst a poor start by Amorim, a brace from Rasmus Hojlund sealed the win at his first Old Trafford as head coach. Domestically, Manchester United stands 12th in the Premier League, just three points adrift of sixth-placed Tottenham Hotspur.
Man United have been in decent form at home – winning five of their last six matches in all competitions while scoring more than a single goal in each. Also, their Premier League fixtures this season have been some of the lowest-scoring affairs, with only 13 goals scored and let in.
Everton’s Struggles
The attack of Everton has been impotent, not scoring in any of their last three league outings. An inability to capitalise against a 10-man Brentford side last weekend underlines their attacking shortfall.
Winless in four Premier League outings, Everton hover precariously above the relegation zone in 15th place, only two points clear of the drop. Failure to find the net again would make this a record-equalling three goalless league draws in succession for the Toffees.
Head-to-Head
Manchester United boasts a five-game winning streak against Everton, including a clean sweep in the 2023-24 season with a 5-0 aggregate scoreline. The Toffees’ last win at Old Trafford dates back several years, emphasizing their uphill battle.
Team News
Manchester United
Amorim has defensive worries as Jonny Evans, Victor Lindelof, Harry Maguire, and Leny Yoro are out injured. Still not likely to start even as he nears complete fitness is Leny Yoro. Noussair Mazraoui can slot in at centre-back, as Luke Shaw might just be handed his first start after overcoming his injury.
Probable XI:
Onana; Mazraoui, De Ligt, Martinez; Dalot, Mainoo, Casemiro, Shaw; Fernandes, Hojlund, Garnacho.
Everton
The Toffees are without James Garner, Seamus Coleman, Chermiti, and Tim Iroegbunam. Armando Broja might return to the squad but is unlikely to displace Dominic Calvert-Lewin, who has gone eight Premier League matches without a goal.
Probable XI:
Pickford; Young, Tarkowski, Branthwaite, Mykolenko; Doucoure, Gueye; Lindstrom, McNeil, Ndiaye; Calvert-Lewin.
Prediction: Manchester United 1-0 Everton
With Everton’s misfiring attack and Manchester United’s resilience at home, this game is not one that will see a lot of goals. Dyche’s disciplined defense might frustrate the Red Devils, but the hosts’ superior class in attack should deliver the narrow victory.
