Manchester United have hit a good run of form of late, and they will look to make four wins on the bounce when they travel to the Vitality Stadium to take on Bournemouth in the next round of Premier League fixtures. Bournemouth, on the other hand, are struggling in front of goal as they have failed to score in any of their last three games. However, Eddie Howe should be satisfied with the 9th spot which the Cherries are holding on the table.
What to expect from Manchester United
Solskjaer will likely line up his team in a 4-2-3-1 system. The arrival of Anthony Martial from injury has given his side a big boost, and that has taken some pressure off Marcus Rashford as well who was struggling in some of the earlier games. The two main men often interchanged their positions against Norwich, and they looked far more fluid than they have done in their previous encounters. However, United need to be careful of the threat which Callum Wilson and Josh King carry. It is likely going to come down to how United play in possession and whether they will have the means to break the two defensive lines of Howe’s side.
What to expect from Bournemouth
The Cherries are known to play an attacking brand of football, but they will likely resort to a more defensive approach against Manchester United. Moreover, the Red Devils have struggled to score from open play against low block teams so Howe will look to frustrate their travellers. The manager will likely set up in his usual 4-4-2 formation. The Cherries have improved defensively this season, and the first goal could be crucial on how this game plays out.
Team News
Bournemouth– Dan Gosling, David Brooks, Charlie Daniels and Junior Stanislas are all long term absentees for the Cherries.
Predicted lineup: Ramsdale; Smith, Cook, Ake, Rico; Fraser, Lerma, Billing, H Wilson; King, C Wilson.
Manchester United– Nemanja Matic and Paul Pogba are out until December. Eric Bailly, Axel Tuanzebe, Timothy Fosu-Mensah and Diogo Dalot are also on the treatment table. Luke Shaw is closing in on a return, and he might feature in the matchday squad.
Predicted lineup: De Gea; Wan-Bissaka, Lindelof, Maguire, Young; McTominay, Fred; James, Lingard, Rashford; Martial.
Key Men
Bournemouth
Callum Wilson has now failed to score in his last four games, but if the Cherries want to get something from this game, then the English forward will need to be at his best. He is a smart operator upfront and can play comfortably with his back against the goal.
Manchester United
United’s man of the moment is Marcus Rashford right now, and he has more goals and assists than any of his teammates in the Premier League. His blistering pace and ever-improving finishing skills will make him a significant threat.
Odds
Bournemouth at 12/5
Draw at 11/4
Man Utd at 6/5
