Manchester United prepares to host Arsenal at Old Traffordon March 9. The Red Devils aim to improve their standing in the Premier League. They drew withReal Sociedad in the Europa League on March 6 andFulham in the FA Cup on March 2 (Fulham progressed on penalties). Ruben Amorim will be looking to take all three points for the first time since February 26. Here is our Manchester United predicted lineup.
Manchester United Predicted Lineup Vs Arsenal
How Manchester United Have Lined Up Recently
Under manager Ruben Amorim, Manchester United has primarily used a 3-4-3 formation. This setup emphasises wingbacks providing width and a central trio focusing on defensive solidity and attacking support. Last time out in the Europa League against Real Sociedad, they went with André Onana in goal, a back three of Leny Yoro, Matthijs de Ligt, and Noussair Mazraoui. The midfield quartet consisted of Diogo Dalot, Bruno Fernandes, Casemiro, and Patrick Dorgu. It finished with an attacking trio of Alejandro Garnacho, Rasmus Høijlund, and Joshua Zirkzee.
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United’s Recent Form And Tactics
Manchester United’s recent form has been inconsistent. In the past five matches, they have only won one match against Ipswich in all competitions. United were recently eliminated from the FA Cup by Fulham. In the Premier League, United’s struggles have placed them 14th, reflecting a season marked by inconsistency and underperformance.
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Under Ruben Amorim, Manchester United has recently adopted a 3-4-3 formation, relying on wingbacks for width and a solid defensive trio at the back. The midfield duo focuses on ball retention and transitions, while the front three interchanges to create attacking opportunities. While this system shows promise, inconsistency in execution has limited its effectiveness.
Injuries to Consider
Manchester United’s squad has been hampered by injuries.The Standard has reported that United could be without as many as 10 players for the clash with Arsenal. Mason Mount, Luke Shaw, Jonny Evans, Tom Heaton, Altay Bayindir, Lisandro Martinez, Amad, Kobbie Mainoo, Harry Maguire and Manuel Ugarte are all ruled out through injury.
Manchester United Predicted Lineup Vs Arsenal
GK: André Onana
Defence: Leny Yoro, Matthijs de Ligt, & Victor Lindelöf
Midfield: Noussair Mazraoui, Casemiro, Bruno Fernandes, & Diogo Dalot
Forwards: Alejandro Garnacho, Rasmus Høijlund, & Joshua Zirkzee