The Reuben Amorim era at Manchester United begins this Sunday when the Red Devils take on Ipswich Town at Portman Road.
The Portuguese coach officially took over on Monday after racking up trophies with two-time Liga champions Sporting CP.
Before the international break, Ipswich defeated Tottenham 2-1 away to secure their first Premier League win in 22 years.
Kalvin Phillips, on loan from Manchester City, is available again and will be assessed after completing his one-match suspension.
Omari Hutchinson faces a late fitness test to determine whether he is fit to play after returning home from England Under-21 duty with a foot contusion.
Lenny Yolo could feature for the first time this season as he has returned to full fitness after breaking his foot in the pre-season game against Arsenal.
Yoro’s return is a timely boost for Amorim, with the availability of defensive duo Lisandro Martinez and Victor Lindelof at the weekend in question.
Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malasia are both close to returning after long-term absences at left-back.
Ipswich vs Manchester United – match preview and team news
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Ipswich: LLLDW
Ipswich’s first top-flight win since 2002 two weeks ago will likely add to the good vibes surrounding the club.
First-half goals from Sammy Schmodics and Liam Delap were enough for the Tractor Boys to win for the first time this season, moving them ahead of Crystal Palace and out of the relegation zone.
They came within seconds of winning the previous week against Spurs, but Leicester’s Jordan Ayew scored an equalizer deep in stoppage time to make them wait a little longer to get a feel for it.
However, ahead of Manchester United’s visit, it is important to note that Kieran McKenna’s side have the worst record in the league at home.
Manchester United: LWDWW
United’s recent upturn in form coincided with the sacking of Erik ten Hag and the subsequent appointment of interim Ruud van Nistelrooy.
The Dutchman remained unbeaten in his four games in charge, picking up three wins in all competitions. In Van Nistelrooy’s first game as manager, the Red Devils defeated Leicester 5-2 in the Carabao Cup to book a place in the quarter-finals against Spurs in December.
After the stalemate with Chelsea, they performed well against PAOK in the Europa League and also won against Leicester.
last meeting
Manchester United 3-0 Ipswich, League Cup, 23 September 2015
Louis van Gaal’s Manchester United comfortably defeated Ipswich in the fourth round of the League Cup, almost 10 years since the two teams last met.
Wayne Rooney, United’s all-time top scorer, opened the scoring in vintage style. The Englishman dominated Piotr Malalczyk and ruthlessly shot past Ipswich goalkeeper Bartosz Biakowski.
Academy graduate Andreas Pereira scored his first goal for the club as the hosts extended their lead after the break. The Brazilian’s perfectly placed free-kick sailed into the top corner and Biakowski was glued to the spot.
The Red Devils secured their place in the next round with the help of summer signing Anthony Martial, as the Frenchman caught the touch of Memphis Depay and slotted the ball in front of the Stretford End in the closing stages.
Expected lineup
Ipswich: Mullick, Johnson, Tuanzebe, O’Shea, Burgess, Davies. Cajuste, Morsy. Schmodics, Delap, and Clark.
Manchester United: Onana, Dalot, De Ligt, Evans, Yoro, Mazraoui. Casemiro, Fernandez. Garnacho, Hoylund, Rashford.
Who is the referee?
Anthony Taylor will be the match referee. He will be supported by Gary Beswick and Adam Nunn, with Matt Donoghue becoming the fourth officer. VAR will be handled by Jared Gillett, assisted by Neil Davis.
Which TV channel will Ipswich vs Manchester United be broadcast on?
Ipswich vs Manchester United can be watched on Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Ultra.
What time is kickoff?
Kick-off at Portman Road will be on Sunday 24 November 2024 at 16:30 GMT.
odds
Ipswich: 4/1
Draw: 16/5
Manchester United: 12/20
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