Although Manchester United’s European campaign has fared well with the Red Devils squeezing into the knockout stages in the final group game, their league run has been dismal if compared to their summer transfers. Their quest for moving top of the table might get a huge boost if they manage to beat Tottenham Hotspur this week, who are just above them in the league.
Here at T4O, we believe these are the 3 key battles that could decide the game at Old Trafford today.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic vs Jan Vertonghen
The Swedish international has finally found consistency at Old Trafford now.
His stature as one of the world’s best was heavily questioned in the initial weeks of his recruitment, but the towering striker left them behind and is quite a regular scorer for the Red Devils now.
His ability to use his supreme physique gives him the edge over most defenders. He has scored 8 goals for United in 13 appearances with a shot accuracy of 80%.
Vertonghen will surely not let him have an open shot when they visit Old Trafford this weekend. The Belgian defender has been one of the most disciplined players at the back among all teams in the league.
He wins 65% of his average duels and has a passing accuracy of 85%. Having back his compatriot Toby Alderweireld is definitely a big boost for the team as well as for him.
