Manchester United play Everton at Goodison Park in Liverpool on Sunday in the Premier League. Everton was penalized 10 points for Financial Fair Play violations during their international break.
Manchester City, who have 115 outstanding accusations, have evaded a penalty for over a year, which seems odd. United must improve on their 1-0 win over Luton before the international break despite a lengthy injury list.
Luke Shaw is back in training but may miss this encounter as United could miss 10 other players, making it crucial for United to win. Everton will try to climb the standings again with a win.
Predicted Manchester United Starting XI – 4-3-3
Onana;
Dalot, Maguire, Varane, Reguilon;
Fernandes, Amrabat, McTominay;
Pellistri, Rashford, Garnacho
Goalkeeper: Onana
After playing for Cameroon during the international break, Andre Onana was rumored to be injured. He may be able to play Everton on Sunday if he passes a fitness test.
The Cameroonian has had a rough start at United, leaking goals with high-profile blunders. The former Inter Milan and Ajax goalkeeper has allowed 30 goals this season through all competitions.
Altay Bayindir joined United in the summer to challenge Onana for the number one spot, but he has yet to make his United debut, which could happen in January if the Cameroonian plays in the African Cup of Nations.
Defenders: Wan-Bissaka, Maguire, Lindelof, Shaw
United’s defense has struggled most since the injury issue began earlier this season. During the season, United had one fullback. If healthy, Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Luke Shaw should start against Everton.
Harry Maguire and Victor Lindelof might defend Everton in the center. Maguire has rehabilitated himself after being nearly traded in the summer. United like Raphael Varane and Lisandro Martinez, one injured and one out of favor.
Ten Hag will face challenges as he tries to build a United team that can compete Manchester City for the Premier League, UEFA Champions League, FA Cup, and more.
Fernandes, Amrabat, McTominay midfield
United’s midfield isn’t among the league’s or Europe’s best. This squad must improve since a United midfield cannot control matches. A 4-3-3 configuration may work against Everton.
Bruno Fernandes, the club captain, will need his teammates to act against a squad that was penalized ten points for Financial Fair Play. Fernandes is skilled and must play well against the Toffees.
Sofyan Amrabat is the defensive midfielder this season with Casemiro sidelined and said to be leaving in January. He may be a great United player. This season, Scott McTominay has proven himself and should start.
Forwards: Pellistri, Rashford, Garnacho
United’s offensive is more weaker than against Luton two weeks ago. With Anthony Martial out of form and not playing much, Marcus Rashford may lead United. The England striker must perform for the club.
Facundo Pellistri, who has played well for Uruguay over the international break, should get more minutes for United. Antony has struggled this season and should be benched for the time being.
United should play more of left-winger Alejandro Garnacho, a vibrant young player. He constantly wants a goal or assist for United. He should play more football this season.
Interchange: Bayindir, Varane, Dalot; Hannibal, Mainoo, Gore; Martial, Hojlund, Antony.
nited will have nine replacements against Everton on Sunday. Ten Hag may struggle to choose a bench without two goalkeepers due to the club’s injury woes. In spite of rumors, Altay Bayindir will likely sit out.
United are remain short-handed in defense, even though Lisandro Martinez returned to individual training this week. Raphael Varane and Diogo Dalot may be the sole defenders on the bench against Everton this weekend. Battle for Ten Hag?
Mason Mount’s month-long absence might leave Hannibal, Kobbie Mainoo, and Daniel Gore on the bench in midfield. Anthony Martial, Rasmus Hojlund, and Antony might be the only attacking bench players if he passes his fitness test.