Report: How Man Utd Could Line Up Against Southampton Tonight

Report: How Man Utd Could Line Up Against Southampton Tonight

Man Utd vs Southampton: Predicted Lineup and Team News

Tonight at Old Trafford, Manchester United, led by Ruben Amorim, will play Southampton in the Premier League with the goal of keeping up their momentum after their arduous FA Cup victory over Arsenal. However, as the manager tries to rotate his team, injuries and bans will have an impact on United’s roster selection.

Defensive Adjustments in United’s Lineup

Amad Diallo is expected to start at right wing-back due to Diogo Dalot’s ban following his red card during the FA Cup shootout victory. Tyrell Malacia is on the left, while Luke Shaw is still injured and out. Leny Yoro is anticipated to join Matthijs de Ligt and Lisandro Martinez in the back three, while Harry Maguire may be rested due to his impressive performance against Arsenal.

Midfield Options for Amorim

It is anticipated that Kobbie Mainoo and Manuel Ugarte would create a midfield tandem, providing control and energy in the centre of the pitch. Amorim commended Toby Collyer’s training improvement, saying, “He has a lot of pace and likes to learn,” in reference to squad depth. Mainoo’s starting position appears assured, even though Collyer might play as a replacement.

Garnacho and Fernandes Lead the Attack

Alejandro Garnacho and Bruno Fernandes are anticipated to stay in the attack, although Joshua Zirkzee may push Rasmus Hojlund as the team’s first-choice striker. Given United’s hectic schedule, Amorim has a tactical alternative thanks to the latter’s work rate.

Predicted XI

Formation (3-4-3): Onana; Yoro, De Ligt, Martinez; Amad, Mainoo, Ugarte, Malacia; Fernandes, Zirkzee, Garnacho.