Manchester United know they must beat Real Sociedad tomorrow night if they are to keep their hopes of Champions League qualification alive. United are almost certain to record their lowest ever finish in the Premier League era, while they have already been knocked out of both the FA Cup and the Carabao Cup.
Ruben Amorim is under huge pressure to turn United's fortunes around and knows winning the Europa League this season could greatly boost the club's financial situation and make them a more attractive prospect for new signings in the summer transfer window.
It puts plenty of pressure on his team selection to face Real Sociedad and there is mixed injury news ahead of the clash. Manuel Ugarte and Mason Mount both returned to training this week and Patrick Dorgu is available for selection as he serves a domestic suspension. Chido Obi is not eligible to feature in the Europa League while both Leny Yoro and Harry Maguire will miss the crucial second leg.
Here is how we think United should line up.
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Manchester United face Real Sociedad on Thursday night
Manchester United face Real Sociedad on Thursday night
1. Manchester United face Real Sociedad on Thursday night
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Onana will keep his place in goal when United host Real Sociedad
Onana will keep his place in goal when United host Real Sociedad
2. GK - Andre Onana
Onana will keep his place in goal when United host Real Sociedad | Getty Images
Mazraoui has impressed with his versatility and has played well as a centre-back.
Mazraoui has impressed with his versatility and has played well as a centre-back.
3. CB - Noussair Mazraoui
Mazraoui has impressed with his versatility and has played well as a centre-back. | Getty Images
De Ligt has been a good signing and will start regardless of the defensive injury issues.
De Ligt has been a good signing and will start regardless of the defensive injury issues.
4. CB - Matthijs de Ligt
De Ligt has been a good signing and will start regardless of the defensive injury issues. | Getty Images
Manchester United face Real Sociedad on Thursday nightManchester United face Real Sociedad on Thursday night
Manchester United face Real Sociedad on Thursday night
Man Utd predicted XI as they face Real Sociedad in the Europa League last 16 on Thursday night.
Manchester United know they must beat Real Sociedad tomorrow night if they are to keep their hopes of Champions League qualification alive. United are almost certain to record their lowest ever finish in the Premier League era, while they have already been knocked out of both the FA Cup and the Carabao Cup.
Ruben Amorim is under huge pressure to turn United's fortunes around and knows winning the Europa League this season could greatly boost the club's financial situation and make them a more attractive prospect for new signings in the summer transfer window.
It puts plenty of pressure on his team selection to face Real Sociedad and there is mixed injury news ahead of the clash. Manuel Ugarte and Mason Mount both returned to training this week and Patrick Dorgu is available for selection as he serves a domestic suspension. Chido Obi is not eligible to feature in the Europa League while both Leny Yoro and Harry Maguire will miss the crucial second leg.
Lindelof is the most likely player to come into the starting line up for a game of this magnitude.
Lindelof is the most likely player to come into the starting line up for a game of this magnitude.
5. CB - Victor Lindelof
Lindelof is the most likely player to come into the starting line up for a game of this magnitude. | Manchester United via Getty Images
Dalot will revert to the right wing-back role with Patrick Dorgu available for selection.
Dalot will revert to the right wing-back role with Patrick Dorgu available for selection.
6. RWB - Diogo Dalot
Dalot will revert to the right wing-back role with Patrick Dorgu available for selection. | Manchester United via Getty Images
Casemiro has quietly gone about his business recently and deserves to start this one.
Casemiro has quietly gone about his business recently and deserves to start this one.
7. CM - Casemiro
Casemiro has quietly gone about his business recently and deserves to start this one. | Getty Images
Fernandes should start in central midfield with Manuel Ugarte eased back into action from the bench.
Fernandes should start in central midfield with Manuel Ugarte eased back into action from the bench.
8. CM - Bruno Fernandes
Fernandes should start in central midfield with Manuel Ugarte eased back into action from the bench. | AFP via Getty Images
Manchester United face Real Sociedad on Thursday nightManchester United face Real Sociedad on Thursday night
Manchester United face Real Sociedad on Thursday night
Man Utd predicted XI as they face Real Sociedad in the Europa League last 16 on Thursday night.
Manchester United know they must beat Real Sociedad tomorrow night if they are to keep their hopes of Champions League qualification alive. United are almost certain to record their lowest ever finish in the Premier League era, while they have already been knocked out of both the FA Cup and the Carabao Cup.
Ruben Amorim is under huge pressure to turn United's fortunes around and knows winning the Europa League this season could greatly boost the club's financial situation and make them a more attractive prospect for new signings in the summer transfer window.
It puts plenty of pressure on his team selection to face Real Sociedad and there is mixed injury news ahead of the clash. Manuel Ugarte and Mason Mount both returned to training this week and Patrick Dorgu is available for selection as he serves a domestic suspension. Chido Obi is not eligible to feature in the Europa League while both Leny Yoro and Harry Maguire will miss the crucial second leg.
Dorgu is available for selection again and is certain to start the match at left wing-back.
Dorgu is available for selection again and is certain to start the match at left wing-back.
9. LWB - Patrick Dorgu
Dorgu is available for selection again and is certain to start the match at left wing-back. | Getty Images
Zirkzee has been better as an attacking midfielder and should start there again in midweek.
Zirkzee has been better as an attacking midfielder and should start there again in midweek.
10. CAM - Joshua Zirkzee
Zirkzee has been better as an attacking midfielder and should start there again in midweek. | Getty Images
Garnacho can hurt the slow Sociedad defence with his mobility in the final third.
Garnacho can hurt the slow Sociedad defence with his mobility in the final third.
11. CAM - Alejandro Garnacho
Garnacho can hurt the slow Sociedad defence with his mobility in the final third. | Getty Images
Hojlund was rested from the start against Arsenal and should lead the line.
Hojlund was rested from the start against Arsenal and should lead the line.
12. ST - Rasmus Hojlund
Hojlund was rested from the start against Arsenal and should lead the line. | Manchester United via Getty Imag