A struggling Manchester United side play hosts to Brighton in Tuesday’s Premier League action at Old Trafford with the home side seeking a return to winning ways,
Southampton secured a 1-1 draw away at Manchester United over the weekend in a blow to Ralf Ragnick’s men pushing for a top four berth in the league standings.
Jadon Sancho opened the scoring in the Old Trafford showdown on Saturday but Southampton had Che Adams to level the affair as the game finished in a stalemate, adding to United’s concerns with West Ham United moving into fourth with a one-point advantage.
Heading into a crunch fixture list for his side, the interim boss Ragnick would be counting on the players to put out a solid display to ensure much-needed three points against an in-form Brighton.
WHEN AND WHERE?
Date: February 15 2022
Time: 8:15 PM GMT
Venue: Old Trafford
TEAM NEWS
Brazil international Fred will be in line for selection following his recent COVID-19-enforced absence and his return would bolster the midfield options at United’s disposal.
Nemanja Matic, however, remains sidelined with a shin niggle and will not be in the matchday squad for the home side.
MATCH PREDICTION
Manchester United’s recent run of form could suggest that the Old Trafford heavyweights are in for another frustrating draw.
Manchester United 0-0 Brighton
