Manchester united team news vs liverpool
A big one!
Here's the latest Manchester United team news ahead of their Premier League clash against Liverpool at Old Trafford:
Injuries:
- Paul Pogba (hamstring) is still out, but there's a chance he could return to training next week.
- Eric Bailly (knee) is also sidelined, but he's expected to be back in action soon.
- Anthony Martial (knee) is a doubt, but Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is hopeful he'll be fit to play.
- Scott McTominay (ankle) is a long-term absentee.
Suspensions:
- None.
Doubts:
- Anthony Martial (knee) - as mentioned earlier, his fitness is uncertain.
- Luke Shaw (illness) - Solskjaer said he's feeling better, but it's unclear if he'll be available.
Expected Starting XI:
- David de Gea (GK)
- Aaron Wan-Bissaka (RB)
- Victor Lindelof (CB)
- Harry Maguire (CB)
- Luke Shaw (LB) - if fit
- Nemanja Matic (DM)
- Fred (DM)
- Bruno Fernandes (AM)
- Marcus Rashford (RW)
- Mason Greenwood (ST)
- Daniel James (LW)
Tactics:
- Solskjaer is likely to stick with his 4-2-3-1 formation, which has served United well in recent weeks.
- Fernandes will be key in midfield, providing creativity and goal-scoring threat.
- Rashford and Greenwood will look to cause problems for the Liverpool defense with their pace and movement.
Of course, this is just speculation, and Solskjaer may make changes to his team and tactics based on various factors. But this is the general expectation ahead of the big match.