Old Trafford sets the stage for an FA Cup third-round clash as Manchester United hosts Championship side Sunderland. This classic cup tie sees the Premier League giants facing a Sunderland team pushing for promotion from the Championship. The historic rivalry and potential for a cup upset make this a compelling match preview.
Our Manchester United vs Sunderland betting preview provides expert analysis for this FA Cup fixture. This comprehensive Manchester United vs Sunderland match preview examines all key factors, serving as your definitive Manchester United vs Sunderland preview for this cup encounter.
Manchester United vs Sunderland Match Preview/Betting Preview
This FA Cup tie represents a classic top-flight versus Championship battle, with Manchester United expected to rotate their squad while Sunderland will see this as a free hit against their historic rivals. The pressure is on the home side to avoid an embarrassing cup exit.
Team Recent Form
Manchester United: WLWDW
Sunderland: DWWLD
Key Stats
- Manchester United are unbeaten in their last 14 home FA Cup matches against lower-division opposition.
- Sunderland have failed to win any of their last 8 visits to Old Trafford across all competitions.
- Both teams have scored in 4 of Manchester United’s last 5 home matches in all competitions.
Correct Score Prediction
We predict a 3-1 win for Manchester United. Despite potential squad rotation, the home side’s superior quality and depth should prove decisive. However, Sunderland’s attacking threat in the Championship suggests they can capitalize on any defensive lapses, leading to a comfortable but not clean victory for United.
Manchester United vs Sunderland H2H
- Manchester United have won 6 of the last 8 meetings against Sunderland.
- Sunderland’s last victory at Old Trafford came in the 2013-14 Premier League season.
- Four of the last five encounters have produced Over 2.5 goals.
- Both teams have scored in 3 of the last 4 meetings at Old Trafford.
Pre Game Odds
- Manchester United to Win: 1.30
- Draw: 5.50
- Sunderland to Win: 10.00
Team News Manchester United
Manchester United are expected to rotate with Mason Mount likely to be rested, giving opportunities to Cunha and Benjamin Sesko. Martinez remains unavailable through injury.
Team News Sunderland
Sunderland’s defensive options are significantly hampered for the upcoming match. Defenders Dennis Cirkin and Leo Hjelde are ruled out through injury, and Aji Alese’s return has been delayed by a further month following a minor setback in his recovery.
In midfield, the team will also be without Habib Diarra and Romaine Mundle, who are sidelined with a groin and a hamstring injury, respectively.
Head coach Regis Le Bris faces an additional challenge as left-back Reinildo Mandava will serve the second game of a three-match suspension. However, Nordi Mukiele is available and fit for selection.
Predicted Line-ups
Manchester United (4-2-3-1): Lammens (GK), Yoro, De Ligt, Shaw ,Amad Diallo, Casemiro, Fernandes, Dorgu, Mbeumo, Cunha, Sesko
Sunderland (4-2-3-1): Roefs (GK), Mukiele, Geertruida, Alderete, Masuaku, Xhaka, Sadiki Traore, Talbi, Adingra
Manchester United vs Sunderland Betting Tips
Tip 1 – Result: Manchester United Win
Tip 2 – Over/Under 2.5 goals: Over 2.5 goals
Tip 3 – Both team to score: Yes
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