When Manchester United hosts West Ham United at Old Trafford on Sunday afternoon, they will be looking to win their first Premier League home game since February.
United’s Premier League form has been appalling in recent months, winning just two of their last 12 league games, even though they advanced to the Europa League final in midweek with a 4-1 victory against Athletic Bilbao in the second leg of their semi-final matchup.
The Reds, who have lost their past six league games going into the match against the Hammers, will be motivated to earn three points and boost their confidence in preparation for the Europa League final against Tottenham Hotspur in a little more than a week.
In terms of team news, our writers have expressed their preferences for United’s lineup this afternoon, with head coach Ruben Amorim certain to make several changes as he rotates his pack for the second straight league game:
Tyrone Marshall
Although Amorim won’t be making many changes to his United team over the next few games, this seems like the perfect chance to rest certain players and offer others more playing time, especially in goal, where Tom Heaton deserves to play as he approaches signing a one-year contract extension.
Shaw and Fredricson can return for defense. Fredricson had a rough second half last week, but today should be simpler. Shaw needs the minutes as he gets fitter. Maguire is capable of filling in as the middle’s veteran player.
Mount must start again after his performance this week, with Eriksen at his side, and Obi can return to the starting lineup while Hojlund takes a break. Amass can play another game at left wing-back, and Amad needs to start on the right as he prepares to start the Europa League final. Ugarte and Mainoo make up the midfield.
George Smith
Even if there isn’t a midweek encounter this week, Amorim should still use the Hammers’ visit to rearrange his lineup and boost the fitness of players who are still aiming for full-match sharpness.
Shaw should be called up and start on the left of the back three because he has switched between starting and substitute in previous games. Kamason should be given the opportunity to make his debut at right wing-back since Mazraoui has been overworked in recent weeks.
It is safe to assume that Casemiro and Ugarte will start in midfield together in the Europa League final, thus they shouldn’t be risked less than 72 hours after their most recent game.
Obi deserves a second start because he will only get better by playing, even though he had a hard time making an impression at Brentford last week. Because of their contributions off the bench on Thursday night, Amad and Mount should start.
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