This Manchester United vs Tottenham prediction heads to Old Trafford, which hosts Saturday evening Premier League action as Manchester United welcome bottom-of-the-table Tottenham in a clash neither side can afford to lose. United sit 12th under Michael Carrick with just one win in five, while Roberto De Zerbi’s Spurs are rock bottom and still winless. United have won only once in their last five games in all competitions, while Spurs have managed just two draws in their last five.
This Manchester United vs Tottenham prediction hinges on Spurs’ blunt attack. Tottenham failed to score in their first four league games — a club first — and have lost 25 Premier League away games at Old Trafford. United are hardly flying, but home advantage and Spurs’ scoring woes make the hosts clear favourites.
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Team Recent Form
Manchester United: D W L L D
- 6 Sep 2026: Everton 2-2 Manchester United (A)
- 10 Sep 2026: Manchester United 4-0 Sabah (H, Champions League)
- 13 Sep 2026: Manchester United 0-1 Manchester City (H)
- 16 Sep 2026: Manchester United 2-3 Brighton (H, Carabao Cup)
- 20 Sep 2026: Fulham 1-1 Manchester United (A)
Tottenham: L D D L L
- 29 Aug 2026: Tottenham 0-2 Newcastle (H)
- 5 Sep 2026: Nottingham Forest 0-0 Tottenham (A)
- 12 Sep 2026: Tottenham 0-0 Everton (H)
- 15 Sep 2026: Liverpool 3-1 Tottenham (A, Carabao Cup)
- 19 Sep 2026: Tottenham 2-3 Aston Villa (H)
Key Stats
- Tottenham failed to score in their first four league games — a club first.
- Spurs have lost 25 Premier League away games at Old Trafford, and haven’t won there since September 2024.
- Bruno Fernandes has 4 goals and 1 assist in 6 games; Bryan Mbeumo scored in both league meetings with Spurs last season.
2-0. United’s own form is unconvincing, but Tottenham’s attack is the bluntest in the division and their record at Old Trafford is miserable. Expect the hosts to grind out a much-needed win without conceding.
Manchester United vs Tottenham prediction recap: 2-0 to the hosts.
Manchester United vs Tottenham H2H
- 7 Feb 2026: Manchester United 2-0 Tottenham (Premier League)
- 8 Nov 2025: Tottenham 2-2 Manchester United (Premier League)
- 21 May 2025: Tottenham 1-0 Manchester United (Europa League Final)
- 16 Feb 2025: Tottenham 1-0 Manchester United (Premier League)
Pre Game Odds
- Manchester United win: 1.70
- Draw: 4.20
- Tottenham win: 4.50
The odds back our Manchester United vs Tottenham prediction of a home win.
Team News Manchester United
Michael Carrick is without Matthijs de Ligt (long-term), Manuel Ugarte (cruciate ligament), Amad Diallo (ankle) and Patrick Dorgu, while Benjamin Sesko (shin) is doubtful. Kobbie Mainoo, Marcus Rashford (both withdrew from England duty) and Noussair Mazraoui are doubts. Carlos Baleba could make his first start.
Team News Tottenham
Roberto De Zerbi’s injury list is long: Pedro Porro (hamstring), Dejan Kulusevski, Xavi Simons (long-term), Wilson Odobert (long-term), Mykhaylo Mudryk (ankle) and Richarlison are all out. Micky van de Ven (hand) is expected to be available and Jan Paul van Hecke (foot) could return, while Conor Gallagher is being assessed.
Predicted Lineups:
Manchester United (4-2-3-1): Lammens; Dalot, Maguire, Martinez, Shaw; Mainoo, Tielemans; Mbeumo, Fernandes, Rashford; Cunha
Tottenham (4-2-3-1): Kinsky; Gray, Van de Ven, Van Hecke, Udogie; Bentancur, Tonali; Savio, Maddison, Marmoush; Solanke
Manchester United vs Tottenham Betting Tips
Our Manchester United vs Tottenham prediction for the best bets:
Tip 1 – Result: Manchester United win
Tip 2 – Over/Under 3.5 goals: Under 3.5 goals
Tip 3 – Both teams to score: No
Manchester United vs Tottenham Prediction Verdict
Everything points to a home win in this Manchester United vs Tottenham prediction. Spurs are winless and goalless in the league, their injury list keeps growing and their record at Old Trafford is wretched. United have their own problems, but Carrick’s men should have too much for a Tottenham side that has failed to score in four of its first five league outings. Back Manchester United to win without conceding, with under 3.5 goals the value play in a game that should be tight and low-scoring.
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