Rashford Set To Start | 4-2-2-2 Manchester United Predicted Lineup Vs Aston Villa

Manchester United will lock horns with Aston Villa at Old Trafford on Monday night, hoping to pick up a win in the third round of the FA Cup competition. The Red Devils will be coming into the match on the back of a shambolic 1-0 loss to Wolverhampton Wanderers, whereas Steven Gerrard’s men recorded a 2-1 loss against Brentford on January 2.

Ralf Rangnick will probably opt for the 4-2-2-2 formation with a couple of tweaks from the last game. In defence, Harry Maguire might get the nod over Phil Jones, whereas Bruno Fernandes seems likely to make his way back into the starting eleven.

4-2-2-2 Predicted Manchester United Lineup Vs Aston Villa

Defence

David de Gea is expected to start between the sticks for the upcoming clash. The Spanish shot-stopper would be looking to put up a strong performance and secure a clean sheet on Monday.

Raphael Varane is expected to start at the heart of United’s backline, with skipper Harry Maguire slotting into the right-centre back position. Luke Shaw is a guaranteed starter at the left-back position, whereas Aaron Wan-Bissaka will fill in on the other flank as the right-back.

Midfield

Fred is expected to start in the defensive midfield position, whereas Scott McTominay will slot in as the central midfielder.

Bruno Fernandes remains a sure-fire starter for Manchester United this week, and it’ll be an understatement to say The Red Devils will be highly dependent on the Portugal international’s creative work if they wish to pick up a win on Monday.

Donny van de Beek will have to settle for a place on the bench, but he could be brought on in the second half of the contest if needed.

Attack

Jadon Sancho will take up the wide position, creating problems for Gerrard’s men down the right-wing.

Cristiano Ronaldo is expected to lead the line for Manchester United on Monday. The 36-year-old striker’s adept movement in front of the goal could cause a lot of trouble for the Villa defence that has conceded seven goals in their last five league matches.

Marcus Rashford could partner the Portuguese striker up top.

Mason Greenwood could be brought off the bench as an impact substitute in the second forty-five minutes of the match.