Manchester United vs Bodo/Glimt Preview: Stats, Lineup and Prediction

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Manchester United vs Bodo/Glimt Preview: Stats, Lineup and Prediction

Manchester United vs Bodo/Glim: Manchester United faces Norwegian side Bodo/Glimt in a crucial UEFA Europa League clash at Old Trafford. With United looking to bounce back from an inconsistent campaign and Bodo/Glimt striving for an upset, this match promises an intriguing mix of European experience and underdog determination.

 

Head-to-Head

This is the first-ever competitive meeting between Manchester United and Bodo/Glimt. The Red Devils bring rich European pedigree to the table, while Bodo/Glimt, known for their spirited performances, will look to create history in this encounter.

 

Europa League Standings

  • Manchester United: Currently 15th in their group with two wins and a loss. They need a win to strengthen their qualification hopes.
  • Bodo/Glimt: 12th in the group, they are chasing points to keep their Europa League dreams alive, with one win and two losses so far.

 

Manchester United vs Bodo/Glim Lineups

  • Manchester United (4-2-3-1):
    Goalkeeper: André Onana
    Defense: Diogo Dalot, Harry Maguire, Lisandro Martínez, Luke Shaw
    Midfield: Casemiro, Christian Eriksen
    Attack: Antony, Bruno Fernandes, Marcus Rashford
    Striker: Rasmus Højlund
  • Bodo/Glimt (4-3-3):
    Goalkeeper: Nikita Haikin
    Defense: Brice Wembangomo, Marius Høibråten, Brede Moe, Fredrik Bjørkan
    Midfield: Hugo Vetlesen, Ulrik Saltnes, Patrick Berg
    Attack: Amahl Pellegrino, Runar Espejord, Joel Mvuka

 

10 Key Stats

  1. Manchester United have won 7 of their last 10 home Europa League matches.
  2. Bodo/Glimt are unbeaten in their last 3 away matches in Europe.
  3. United’s Rasmus Højlund has scored 4 goals in the group stage, making him their top scorer.
  4. Amahl Pellegrino has been involved in 60% of Bodo/Glimt’s group stage goals.
  5. Manchester United have kept only 2 clean sheets in their last 10 matches across all competitions.
  6. Bodo/Glimt have scored in 8 of their last 10 games.
  7. United’s possession average in the Europa League is 62%, highlighting their control in games.
  8. Bodo/Glimt’s pass accuracy stands at 78%, showing their preference for direct play.
  9. Manchester United have scored 9 goals in their last 3 Europa League home matches.
  10. Bodo/Glimt have conceded 5 goals in their last 2 group stage matches.

 

Prediction

Manchester United will likely dominate possession, leveraging their home advantage and superior squad depth. Bodo/Glimt’s counter-attacking prowess and set-piece threat could trouble United’s shaky defense. A closely contested game is expected, with United edging it.

Prediction: Manchester United 3-1 Bodo/Glimt.

 

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