Manchester United are in desperate need of a win this afternoon when they host Burnley in the Premier League.
While there were positives to take from the opening weekend defeat to Arsenal, last weekend’s draw with Fulham was a stark reminder of some of last season’s woes for Ruben Amorim.
A disastrous Carabao Cup defeat to Grimsby Town has piled pressure on the United boss with all the positivity coming out of the club during pre-season suddenly draining.
The visit of newly-promoted Burnley today gives them the chance to get on track before the September international break.
But anything less than a comprehensive victory today for the hosts will set alarm bells ringing even louder.
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August 30, 2025 1:36 pm
Man Utd vs Burnley kick-off time
Callum McAvoy
Grimsby Town v Manchester United - Carabao Cup Second Round
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The match will kick-off at 3pm at Old Trafford.
It’s one of six Premier League games today, with Chelsea leading Fulham at half-time in the early kick-off.
You can check out that match here.
August 30, 2025 1:30 pm
Callum McAvoy
Manchester United v Burnley - Premier League
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Good afternoon and welcome to the Metro’s LIVE coverage of Saturday’s Premier League clash between Manchester United and Burnley.
After a humiliating defeat to Grimsby Town, can Ruben Amorim’s side get their first win of the season or will the visitors put them through more misery?
The all-important team news is just a few minutes away…
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