Following an uneventful 0-0 draw against Manchester City, Manchester United will face off against Olympique Lyonnais at Groupama Stadium in the Europa League quarter-final first leg tonight.
The Red Devils won’t be able to achieve any European football from the Premier League as they are languishing in the bottom half of the table.
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Therefore, winning Europe’s second-tier competition is the only way to qualify for the Champions League next season.
As per team news, Lisandro Martínez, Amad Diallo, Ayden Heaven and Jonny Evans remain sidelined with their problems. However, the good news is that Luke Shaw, Altay Bayindir, and Mason Mount have been fit once again and are available for selection in this encounter.
Moreover, Kobbie Mainoo has travelled with the squad after recovering from his issue. But, Matthijs de Ligt and Toby Collyer have been ruled out of this game owing to their respective problems.
Predicted Man Utd lineup vs Lyon
The off-field spat between Andre Onana and Nemanja Matic has added extra spice to this game. Ruben Amorim might make one change from last weekend’s game against the Citizens.
Onana is likely to be between the sticks. Harry Maguire should keep hold of his place in the CCB position, while Leny Yoro may be on the left following a steady display last time out. Noussair Mazraoui would be on the right and complete the back three.
Patrick Dorgu and Diogo Dalot are expected to be the two wing-backs. Casemiro was excellent vs Man City and should continue in the holding midfield position.
The Brazilian might be paired up with Bruno Fernandes in the engine room, in that case, Manuel Ugarte could make way.
Joshua Zirkzee and Alejandro Garnacho are likely to be the two No.10s, while Rasmus Hojlund may lead the line for the visitors. Here’s the predicted lineup:
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