Manchester United will be seeking revenge for Sunday’s defeat to Aston Villa when they play hosts to the Midlanders in the EFL Cup tie on Thursday night at Old Trafford.
The Red Devils were handed a resounding 3-1 loss by the home side Villa with United unable to get back into the game after their opponents had gotten on the scoresheet early on.
Let us now take a look at how Erik ten Hag might set up his United side for the upcoming game –
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Martin Dúbravka could be in line to take over the goalkeeping duties from David de Gea for Thursday’s home outing with the latter expected to be rested ahead of the weekend’s fixture list.
Harry Maguire and Tyrell Malacia will be eyeing recalls into the XI at the likely expense of Victor Lindelof and Luke Shaw while Lisandro Martinez is certain to retain his berth.
In the heart of the midfield, Scott McTominay could be seen returning to the starting team sheet and slot in the position alongside Casemiro and Christian Eriksen.
Cristiano Ronaldo is likey to be dropped following his poor run of form with the England international Marcus Rashford poised to lead the line in the former’s absence.
