Manchester United vs Leicester City Prediction, Preview, Lineups and Team News | Premier League, November 10, 2024

Manchester United vs Leicester City Preview

• Date: Sunday, November 10
• Kick-off Time: 2:00 pm GMT
• Venue: Old Trafford, Manchester

Matchday 11 of the 2024/25 Premier League season will see Manchester United take on Leicester City on Sunday at Old Trafford. The two teams are separated by just a couple of points in the table. United is at 13th with 12 points while Leicester is at 15th on the back of 10 points. The two clubs faced each other last week in the EFL Cup, with United winning 5-2.

It has been a challenging and enduring season for Manchester United so far. The campaign commenced with massive expectations from the supporters but the first three months have been anything but positive. Erik ten Hag was relieved from his duties and currently, Ruud van Nistelrooy is at helm before new manager comes. The Dutch coach has a massive task on his hands to oversee a smooth transition to Ruben Amorim and has done well in the two games he has managed.

Leicester City will be extremely disappointed with how the recent matches have played out. In the last six games, Leicester has managed just a couple of victories to go along with a draw and three defeats. The Foxes have struggled in the first season back from the Championship. Steve Cooper will need to address his side’s attacking output, having scored only eight goals in the last five matches.

Manchester United Team News

The long injury list in Manchester United squad this season has certainly not helped the club’s fortunes. Antony, Christian Eriksen, Harry Maguire, Kobbie Mainoo, Lenny Yoro, Luke Shaw, Mason Mount, Toby Collyer, and Tyrell Malacia will not be available for selection.

Leicester City Team News

Leicester City is on the fortunate side as compared to Manchester United when it comes to fitness. Hamza Choudhury, Jakub Stolarczyk, and Patson Daka will not travel with the rest of the squad to Old Trafford. Steve Cooper likes to shape his team in a classic 4-2-3-1 formation.

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Manchester United vs Leicester City Predicted Lineups

Manchester United Predicted Lineup (4-3-3)

Goalkeeper: Onana

Defenders: Dalot, de Ligt, Martinez, Mazraoui

Midfielders: Casemiro, Ugarte, Fernandes

Forwards: Garnacho, Rashford, Højlund

Leicester City Predicted Lineup (4-3-3)

Goalkeeper: Hermansen

Defenders: Pereira, Fes, Vestergaard, Kristiansen

Midfielders: Ndidi, Winks, Buonanotte

Forwards: Fatawu, Mavididi, Vardy

Manchester United vs Leicester City H2H Record

Manchester United and Leicester City have been involved in some thrilling encounters over the years. The two clubs last squared up in the Premier League during the 2022/23 season. Overall, in the last five head-to-head encounters, Manchester United and Leicester have won three and one matches respectively with one game ending in a draw.

Key Players to Watch in Manchester United vs Leicester City

Casemiro (Manchester United)

Casemiro has recovered some of his form after struggling massively during the initial phase of the season. There were talks about him getting dropped from the team permanently but the Brazilian has replied most grandly and is once again the man to rely on in United’s midfield. Casemiro is one of the most experienced individuals in the Manchester United camp and that will be required by the club for the remainder of the campaign. The former Real Madrid man found the back of the net twice last week against Leicester City in the EFL Cup.

Alejandro Garnacho (Manchester United)

Alejandro Garnacho has been one of the most precious finds by Manchester United in recent years. His rise to the top as a regular starter for the club has been a rare positive for Manchester United fans this season. Garnacho prefers to play on the left side of the attack but is also effective from the right side, which is where is expected to play against Leicester to accommodate Marcus Rashford. Garnacho has five goals and three assists this season for United.

Manchester United vs Leicester City Prediction

Ruud van Nistelrooy has sparked an ignition at Manchester United and the players will be eager to impress the new coach. United should be able to earn a comfortable win at home territory.

Predicted Score: Manchester United 3-1 Leicester City

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