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[Pre Match Thread] Premier League Game 4 | Southampton vs Manchester United: Red Devils Seek First Win of the Season Against Saints
DATE: August 22, 2023
KICK-OFF TIME: 3:00 PM BST
STADIUM: St. Mary’s Stadium, Southampton, England
MANCHESTER UNITED SEEK FIRST WIN OF THE SEASON AGAINST SOUTHAMPTON
Manchester United, one of the most successful teams in the Premier League, is looking to get their first win of the season as they take on Southampton at St. Mary’s Stadium on Sunday. The Red Devils have had a tough start to the campaign, drawing their opening two games against Leeds United and Wolverhampton Wanderers.
SOUTHAMPTON LOOK TO EXTEND UNBEATEN RUN
Southampton, on the other hand, has had a remarkable start to the season, remaining unbeaten in their opening three games. The Saints have drawn two games and won one, showing a strong defensive display and impressive team cohesion.
MATCH PREVIEW
Manchester United will be looking to regain their dominance in the Premier League, and this match against Southampton presents a golden opportunity to do so. The Red Devils will need to improve their attacking game, as they have failed to score more than one goal in their opening two games.
Southampton, on the other hand, will be looking to maintain their unbeaten run and continue their impressive start to the season. The Saints have been solid at the back, conceding only two goals in their opening three games.
HEAD-TO-HEAD
Manchester United and Southampton have a long history in the Premier League, with the Red Devils having a slight edge in their encounters. Manchester United has won 24 games, while Southampton has won 12 games, with 13 games ending in draws.
PREDICTION
Given Manchester United’s need for a win and Southampton’s impressive start to the season, this match promises to be an exciting and intense encounter. Manchester United’s attacking prowess should ultimately prove too much for Southampton, and we predict a 2-1 win for the Red Devils.
KEY PLAYERS TO WATCH
Manchester United: Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho, Bruno Fernandes
Southampton: James Ward-Prowse, Che Adams, Oriol Romeu
HOW TO WATCH
The match will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Premier League in the UK, and on NBC Sports in the US. Fans can also stream the match online through the Sky Sports and NBC Sports apps.
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Southampton vs Manchester United
Competition: Premier League | Date: 14th September
Kick off: 12:30 BST | Venue: St Marys
Referee: Stuart Atwell | TV: TNT Sports
Team News:
Possible starting XI:
-------------Onana---------
-Mazraoui-De Ligt-Martinez-Dalot
------------Casemiro---------
------Fernandes--Mainoo--------
--Garnacho-Zirkzee--Rashford--
Possible Bench: Bayindir, Maguire, Evans, Eriksen, Collyer, Ugarte, Antony, Amad, Wheatley
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Manuel Ugarte could make his debut but it has not been confirmed he will start, with ETH saying he could need time to get up to speed after not playing a pre-season with PSG
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No returns for Luke Shaw or Rasmus Hojlund as neither joined first team training
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Mount is due out for another month
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No timeframe has been given to Victor Lindelof who also has not been seen in training.
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Yoro and Malacia remain long-term injured.
Injuries/Suspensions:
| Player | Injury/Ban | Position | Return Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mason Mount | Hamstring | AM | 29th September |
| Victor Lindelof | Toe | CB | 29th September |
| Luke Shaw | Calf | LB | 21st September |
| Leny Yoro | Metatarsal | CB | 9th November |
| Rasmus Hojlund | Hamstring | FW | 21st September |
| Tyrell Malacia | Knee | LB | 5th October |
Form guide:
Southampton: L L W L | Home form: L
Last 3 meetings:
| Result | Comp | Venue | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0-0 D | Premier League | Old Trafford | 22/23 |
| 0-1 W | Premier League | St Marys | 22/23 |
| 1-1 D | Premier League | Old Trafford | 21/22 |
PL Table:
| Pos | Team | Pld | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14th | Manchester United | 3 | -3 | 3 |
| 19th | Southampton | 3 | -4 | 0 |
Opposition News
Gavin Bazunu and forward Kamaldeen Sulemana are out, but Ben Brereton Diaz is available
Ross Stewart is closing on a return, after a lengthy absence due to injury, and could join the matchday squad, along with new arrivals Maxwel Cornet and Ryan Fraser.
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If Amad doesn’t start again, I’m going to lose my shit.
I would bring in Ugarte straight away too but I guess we’ll have to wait and see if TH is true to his words and doesn’t start him for two months.
How can Amad be on the bench? he’s literally been one of the bright sparks at the start of this season.
I have a strong suspicion it will be Mainoo and Eriksen in midfield. We need to beat their press and Eriksen could be crucial for that. I also dont think De Ligt will start.
Happy stressless non-embarrassing two weeks guys… Now back to hell again