Manchester United enters this round after a series of poor results, having only gained one point in the previous three league matches, which is a highly unsatisfactory outcome for their standards and ambitions. As a result of these poor performances, they are currently outside the TOP 4 zone (which is their absolute priority), so they enter the next match with a great deal of imperative to win the much-needed points and break the streak of poor performances lately. The popular “Red Devils” have shown significantly better performances this season in front of their home audience, being in a series of 22 consecutive home matches without defeat, of which 19 were victories, which is an excellent streak. They have not scored a goal in the last three games, so it is expected that they will end their goal drought, as they have a lot of quality in the attacking phase. In addition to the necessary points to return to the TOP 4 of the league, the hosts will undoubtedly be eager for revenge this time around, as they suffered a real catastrophe (4-0) in the first match of the season against Brentford in London. Missing from the squad are T. Heaton (goalkeeper), Casemiro (midfielder – 2 goals/3 assists), D. Van de Beek (midfielder), C. Eriksen (midfielder – 1 goal/7 assists), A. Garnacho (forward – 2 goals/2 assists), and M. Greenwood (forward).
Expected lineup (4-2-3-1) – D. De Gea – D. Dalot, R. Varane, L. Martinez, L. Shaw – Fred, M. Sabitzer – Antony, B. Fernandes, M. Rashford – A. Martial.
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Brentford played a spectacular match against Brighton (3-3) last weekend, once again showing that they can threaten any team in the league when they play at their level this season. Not only have they not been affected by the so-called “second-season syndrome,” but they have also easily secured their survival (which was hardly in question), while they have a chance to potentially qualify for Europe. However, given the highly competitive and strong opposition, it is quite debatable. Defensively, they are not at an enviable level, but on the other hand, they can be quite lethal in the attacking phase. In any case, the popular “Bees” can play without any significant pressure until the end of the championship. They suffered a rather convincing and easy defeat on their last visit to “Theatre of Dreams” last season, losing 3-0. However, despite their underdog role this time around, their quality performances from the start of the championship surely give them a chance to achieve a positive outcome. K. Ajer (defender), V. Janelt (midfielder – 3 goals/1 assist), and K. Lewis-Potter (forward – 1 assist) are out of the squad.
Expected lineup (3-4-3) – D. Raya – B. Mee, E. Pinnock, P. Jansson – A. Hickey, M. Jensen, C. Norgaard, R. Henry – B. Mbeumo, I. Toney, Y. Wissa.
Referee – J. Brooks.
Tip recommendation – Home Team Over 1.5 goals / @1.70.