Struggling Manchester United hosts Aston Villa in the Premier League later and here is how to watch, TV channel and live stream details for the game at Craven Cottage
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - MARCH 15: Manchester United manager Michael Carrick shake hands with Aston Villa manager Unai Emery at full time of the Premier League match between Manchester United and Aston Villa at Old Trafford on March 15, 2026 in Manchester, United Kingdom. (Photo by Lee Parker - CameraSport via Getty Images)
Unai Emery and Michael Carrick go head-to-head as Manchester United hosts Aston Villa(Image: Getty Images)
Manchester United finds itself in a dangerous position, and it certainly won’t have an easy task today as it comes up against Aston Villa.
Michael Carrick picked up a desperately needed win over Roma in the Champions League in midweek, but he remains under immense pressure for his job as the international break approaches, with United having dropped into the Premier League’s relegation zone after results on Saturday.
The man in the opposite dugout might well be seen as Carrick’s perfect replacement, although it looks like Unai Emery will be staying put, and he’ll be hoping his Villa side can bounce back after a chastening defeat at Barcelona.
Here's everything you need to know about how to watch Manchester United vs Aston Villa in the United States and the United Kingdom.
What time is kick-off?
The game kicks off at 4:30 pm U.K. time at Old Trafford. For fans in the US, that's 11:30 am Eastern Time and 8:30 am Pacific Time.
Is the game on TV?
Fans in the U.K. will be able to watch all the action live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League, with coverage getting underway straight after the earlier 2 pm kick-offs, including Crystal Palace vs Liverpool and Sunderland vs Chelsea. Streaming options are available via Sky Go and Now TV.
Fans in the U.S. will also be able to watch all the action, with live coverage and streaming available via the USA Network.
Rio Ngumoha celebrates with Harvey Elliott and Curtis Jones
Rio Ngumoha celebrates with Harvey Elliott and Curtis Jones
Team news
Manchester United is without the suspended Lisandro Martinez today, with the Argentina international serving his punishment after his sending-off against Chelsea.
The hosts also have issues at left-back, with Luke Shaw still out and Patrick Dorgu a doubt, meaning Diogo Dalot is likely to continue in the position.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 31: Lisandro Martinez of Manchester United leaves the pitch after receiving a red card during the Premier League 2026/27 match between Chelsea FC and Manchester United at Stamford Bridge on October 31, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Ash Donelon/Manchester United via Getty Images)
Lisandro Martinez is suspended for Manchester United(Image: Ash Donelon/Manchester United via Getty Images)
Carlos Baleba has been ruled out after picking up a hamstring injury against Roma, while Manuel Ugarte is continuing his recovery from an ACL tear. Further forward, Marcus Rashford is feeling the effects of a hip issue, while Benjamin Sesko is set to remain out with a shin injury.
As the visitors, Villa will be without Matty Cash, who is serving a suspension after picking up five yellow cards so far this season. Left-back Matteo Ruggeri is out with a hamstring injury, while Aaron Wan-Bissaka faces a late fitness test.
Elsewhere, Amadou Onana still has a fair way to go before he can return from an ACL injury.