Manchester United’s thumping win over Arsenal should provide them with a positive momentum as they are about to break into a hectic December and the fixtures start with an encounter against CSKA Moscow in the Champions League.
United are currently topping Group A with 12 points and only need a point from this match to ensure things remain in their hands. An unexpected loss at the hands of FC Basel in the last changed the equation and Jose Mourinho would be hoping to get things going in the right direction once again.
United had been on a winning run in the Champions League as they continued their juggernaut in the European Competitions too. However, if they somehow lose to the Russian team and Basel manage to get the better of Benfica it would come down to head to head win or loss and United are quite comfortably positioned if a situation occurs like this.
Predicted 4-2-3-1 Manchester United Starting Lineup Vs CSKA Moscow
Defence
Sergio Romero was in the goal in the last match and he is likely to be the shot-stopper in this match. With Phil Jones and Eric Bailly, both injured, Mourinho currently has a handful number of defenders at his disposal. But keeping in mind the upcoming Manchester derby, Mourinho is likely to tweak with his starting setup.
Daley Blind will pair up with Chris Smalling in the United backline.
Luke Shaw might get a shot in the left back position.
Matteo Darmian will start on the right side of the defence.
Midfield
Paul Pogba got a straight red against Arsenal and he will have to sit out for three matches in the Premier League. This might be the opportunity to give him a start in this match.
Marouane Fellaini will be alongside him in the midfield and the big Belgian will be tasked with the defensive duties
Attack
Marcus Rashford barely had a chance to impress as he was introduced very late. The youngster is likely to start the proceedings this time.
Juan Mata will be on the right wing. The Spaniard hasn’t had a good season so far and he needs to put back a smile on Mourinho’s face with a good showing on the pitch.
Henrikh Mkhitaryan hasn’t been able to show his true form so far this season. The Armenian international will be starting in the no. 10 position.
Romelu Lukaku is having a goal drought and he has a very good chance to end it.
