DEVASTATING NEWS: coming live from anfield, Manchester United loses star player and won’t be available for selection against Liverpool. Manchester United will be without star player for the mammoth Premier League clash against Liverpool Today after losing him to injury. Full Manchester United squad as star players missing for Liverpool match.
Manchester United will be looking to bounce back and return to winning form as they host fierce rivals Liverpool in the Premier League today. The Red Devils are coming off a heartbreaking 2-1 defeat to Brighton & Hove Albion last weekend, and they’ll be eager to make up for that disappointment.
The last two league encounters between United and Liverpool ended in draws, but United triumphed over Liverpool in last season’s FA Cup quarter-final in a thrilling match. Amad Diallo secured a dramatic 4-3 victory with a late winner in extra time, and the Ivorian forward is expected to retain his spot in the lineup against Liverpool today.
**Formation: 4-2-3-1**
**Predicted Line-up:**
In goal, Andre Onana is set to continue his streak, having played every minute of United’s Premier League matches since his arrival last summer. He remains the clear choice to start between the posts.
As for the defense, we don’t anticipate any changes. Right-back Noussair Mazraoui has made an impressive start to his United career, including providing a key assist for Diallo’s goal last weekend. Harry Maguire, despite some criticism for his role in Brighton’s first goal, is expected to keep his place in central defense alongside Lisandro Martinez. The backline looked more disorganized after Matthijs de Ligt replaced Maguire in the second half, and de Ligt was partly responsible for Brighton’s late winner. Therefore, manager Erik ten Hag is likely to stick with Maguire’s experience.
Diogo Dalot, despite a strong performance at the Amex Stadium, was caught out of position during stoppage time, leading to Brighton’s second goal. Nevertheless, with Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia both injured, Dalot remains the best option at left-back.
In midfield, Casemiro will need to raise his game after a drop in form during the second half against Brighton. The Brazilian is expected to be partnered by Kobbie Mainoo in the center of the park. Manuel Ugarte, unfortunately, won’t be available for the highly anticipated derby, as he wasn’t registered before the Friday noon deadline.
Further forward, Bruno Fernandes is likely to return to his usual No. 10 role with Mason Mount sidelined due to injury. Joshua Zirkzee, who impressed with his winning goal against Fulham but struggled at Brighton, seems poised to make his full debut as the central striker.
Alejandro Garnacho, who had a goal disallowed against Brighton after Zirkzee made contact from an offside position, is expected to replace the out-of-form Marcus Rashford on the left wing. While Rashford has scored seven times against Liverpool, Garnacho’s current form makes him a more potent threat on the left flank. The Argentine has already recorded a goal and an assist this season and was unfortunate not to score against Brighton.
On the right wing, Amad Diallo is likely to continue after a strong second-half display against Brighton, where he scored the equalizer.
Possible Manchester United line-up against Liverpool:
– Goalkeeper: Andre Onana
– Defenders: Noussair Mazraoui, Harry Maguire, Lisandro Martinez, Diogo Dalot
– Midfielders: Casemiro, Kobbie Mainoo, Bruno Fernandes
– Forwards:Amad Diallo, Joshua Zirkzee, Alejandro Garnacho
