Match Overview

After a 0-0 draw against Crystal Palace, Manchester United are preparing to play another game in the Premier League. The team is currently in the 11th place of the Bronze Premier League. Manchester United will have to play against Tottenham, who have recently won 3-1 against Brentford and are showing great results in the EPL. However, the Coordinate know that the opponents are weaker than them in the current season and will try to win this match and score as many goals as possible. Although the Red Devils started their new season of the EPL pretty slowly and now have injury concerns, they can still take their spot in the top 10 of the league. The match will have at least 3 goals and both teams to score.

Match Detail

• Date: 29/09/2024
• Time: 9:00 pm IST
• Venue: Old Trafford, Manchester

Pitch Report

Old Trafford’s pitch is mostly ideal for attacking football. The wide spaces will certainly allow all the wingers and full-backs to make their way into the attack. So, it might be an open back-and-forth play between the two sides of this match.

Points Table (Before the match)

Team A (Manchester United) Analysis

• Key Player: Bruno Fernandes – His creativity in the midfield will be crucial to unlocking the defence of Tottenham.
• Probable Playing XI:
  1. Andre Onana (GK)
  2. Diogo Dalot
  3. Raphael Varane
  4. Lisandro Martinez
  5. Sergio Reguilon
  6. Casemiro
  7. Christian Eriksen
  8. Bruno Fernandes (C)
  9. Marcus Rashford
  10. Antony
  11. Rasmus Højlund

Team B (Tottenham) Analysis

• Key Player: Son Heung-Min – In fine form, he is an essential part of the Tottenham counter-attack.
• Probable Playing XI:
  1. Guglielmo Vicario (GK)
  2. Pedro Porro
  3. Cristian Romero
  4. Micky van de Ven
  5. Destiny Udogie
  6. Yves Bissouma
  7. Pape Matar Sarr
  8. James Maddison
  9. Dejan Kulusevski
  10. Richarlison
  11. Son Heung-Min (C)

Head to Head Record

• Total Matches: 196
• Manchester United Wins: 96
• Tottenham Wins: 53
• Draws: 47
• Last Meeting: 2-2 draw at Old Trafford

Dream11 Pick

• Captain: Son Heung-Min
• Vice-Captain: Bruno Fernandes
• Top Picks: James Maddison, Marcus Rashford, Yves Bissouma, Lisandro Martinez

Public Opinion

Many fans anticipate a strongly fought game between Manchester United and Tottenham which is mainly because both teams are missing key players. While Manchester United have a relatively better defensive unit and the home advantage at Old Trafford that might make them slight favorites heading into this fixture. However, the Red Devils’ slow start to the season might play into the hands of a dynamic Tottenham forward line. In fact, with Son Heung-Min and James Maddison leading the charge, attacking output has been the least of the Spurs’ worries. As such, they will be motivated to go in search of all three points that could potentially take them into the top four. Since both Manchester United and Tottenham are likely to create chances, we expect an end-to-end contest. However, the home side might prove too strong for the visiting team.

SWOT Analysis

Manchester United

• Strengths: Manchester United is filled with top attacking talents – players such as Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford can unlock almost any defence. Smashing teams at Old Trafford is not a new feeling or phenomenon, mainly due to the team’s usually impressive support. Importantly, Man. United are gifted with the ability to switch play from side to side extremely quickly, exploiting wide spaces and wingers in the process.
• Weaknesses: Although Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has considerably strengthened his squad in the last two years, United have several key defenders out due to injuries. Victor Lindelof, Luke Shaw, and Tyrell Malacia are missing, which accounts for United’s weakness when it comes to defending against counter-attacking football. Man. United have displayed an inconsistent start to the season as well, something influenced by their lack of fluidity in midfield, and their poor record of dominating the pace of play.
• Opportunities: The potentially weakest side of Tottenham, in addition to their previous permanent problem of defensive stability, is the potential lack of effort from Harry Kane to annoy his rivals. Also, the Spurs are going to face United without Richarlison, which means that any potential counters will most likely have more space.
• Threats: High-intensity pressing from Spurs and the technical skills of Maddison and Son could expose United’s flawed defence, especially if they struggle to dominate the game in the centre of the park.

Tottenham

• Strengths: Tottenham’s attacking play has underpinned its success this season, with Son Heung-Min, and James Maddison offering speed and fluidity in the final third. Their quick transitions from defence to attack have seen the former win games at ease. The team’s most recent win came against Brentford at home, coming from behind to convince 3-1 victors. Spur’s weak opponents at Old Trafford should further dent the struggling home side’s season.
• Weaknesses: Nuno Espirito Santo’s men struggle defensively, with clubs with pacy, skilful attackers posing the biggest threats against them. Moreover, Santo is without Richarlison and Wilson Odobert, his alternatives up front forcing him to play Son overplayed over 90 minutes. Spurs’ depth in attack could also be a concern, especially in the second half of the game.
• Opportunities: Manchester United’s defence has proven susceptible in recent games, with Tottenham’s Scot having an eye for running behind defenders. Rotating the ball quickly and pressuring United’s middle could see the away side win the ball in their area and score.
• Threats: Manchester United are one of the best teams at counter-attacking, with their duo of Rachel and Antony likely to expose Spurs’ eagerness to get goals away from home. On the other hand, it is not an easy place to get results for the home team.

Prediction

Manchester United and Tottenham are likely to put on a tight display. The teams are struggling with injuries but are eager to collect three points. At Old Trafford, Manchester will rely on their home advantage to withstand the pressure from quick counter-attacks. Nevertheless, the Spurs are likely to take advantage of their home team’s numerous problems in defence. A display from Son Heung-Min and James Maddison will inspire the visiting sides to score. During the match, both United and Tottenham will exercise caution and discipline in defence with plans to retaliate. In the end, the Red Devils will remain defensively strong to force a draw. The final prediction is 1-1. Both teams will score; however, neither will outscore the other.