Following a challenging beginning to the season, Manchester United has the chance to achieve consecutive Premier League victories when they compete against Manchester City this afternoon.
A draw with Fulham was interspersed between losses to Arsenal and Grimsby, increasing the pressure on Ruben Amorim after a significant summer of investment. There was some conjecture that Amorim might not retain his position as United’s manager by the conclusion of the international break – with such discussions intensifying after he declined to affirm his future at Old Trafford post-break – but a thrilling victory against Burnley has lifted spirits at Old Trafford.
The next challenge is a visit to the Etihad, where local pride is at stake along with vital points in the league.
Amorim has already announced that Altay Bayindir will be the starting goalkeeper, which means Senne Lammens will have to wait for his debut with the club. Leny Yoro, Matthijs de Ligt, and Luke Shaw appear to be the sensible choices for the back three.
Due to Diogo Dalot’s injury, Amad is expected to start at right wing-back, with Patrick Dorgu positioned on the opposite side. Casemiro is likely to begin in midfield, and injuries further up the pitch may provide Kobbie Mainoo the opportunity to play alongside him, with Bruno Fernandes advanced into a No.10 position.
Bryan Mbeumo is set to occupy the other role behind the striker, while Benjamin Sesko is anticipated to receive his first full league start for United as they seek to exploit a City defense that remains vulnerable.
Predicted United XI: Bayindir, Yoro, De Ligt, Shaw, Amad, Casemiro, Mainoo, Dorgu, Mbeumo, Sesko, Fernandes
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