Anthony Martial replaces the suspended Edinson Cavani in the starting eleven for Manchester United as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s men take on Aston Villa at Old Trafford.
The home fixture is of paramount importance to the Red Devils in the aftermath of league leaders Liverpool FC dropping points during their goalless draw against Newcastle United on Wednesday evening, and with Solskjaer’s men trailing the Merseysiders by just three points, United can go joint top in the Premier League should they clinch a win against Villa.
Victor Lindelof is still absent due to the recurring back issue for the Swedish international centre-back and retaining his spot in the XI is Eric Bailly, who starts at the heart of the backline alongside skipper Harry Maguire.
Alex Telles drops down to the bench once again to make way for the returning Luke Shaw after the former had been handed a start during Tuesday’s 1-0 victory over Wolves.
Scott McTominay is also drafted back into the eleven for United as the Scottsman replaces Mason Greenwood in midfield.
Here is how both sides lineup for the upcoming Premier League fixture:
Manchester United FC XI
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π #PL— Manchester United (@ManUtd) January 1, 2021
Aston Villa FC XI
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This is how we line up to face Manchester United tonight⦠#MUNAVL pic.twitter.com/6SVHtSU8TB
— Aston Villa (@AVFCOfficial) January 1, 2021
