Manchester United is optimistic about the return of several players, aiming to secure a victory on Sunday as they face Tottenham at Old Trafford. Currently, our Premier League odds favor the Red Devils to clinch all three points on their home turf. Erik ten Hag expresses gratitude for his team's recent advancement in the FA Cup, despite missing several scoring opportunities in a 2-0 victory. Notably, it marks the seventh game out of their last 10 without a goal from a forward. The focus now shifts back to the Premier League, where they've encountered four home defeats this season.
For Spurs, the challenge lies in navigating the upcoming weeks without the presence of Heung-min Son, all while striving to stay in the title race. Timo Werner is anticipating his debut under Ange Postecoglou after joining the club on loan this week. Additionally, they'll have to manage multiple midfield absences.
A victory in this match would significantly intensify the pressure on arch-rivals Arsenal, potentially displacing the Gunners from the top four before their next weekend fixture.
EPL predictions for Manchester United vs Tottenham
Man United's offensive struggles have been extensively discussed, and the recent win against Wigan highlighted their season-long wastefulness. Despite unleashing 33 shots, only 14 found the target, resulting in a mere two goals—courtesy of a long-range effort from a defender and a Bruno Fernandes penalty.
Rasmus Hojlund's solitary Premier League goal secured a comeback win against Aston Villa in their previous home fixture, emphasizing their reliance on individual moments. Marcus Rashford, enduring a subpar season, managed to score in their recent Premier League encounter with Nottingham Forest.
This offensive inefficiency hampers their ability to capitalize on opponents weakened by injuries. Facing Tottenham, who have conceded 29 goals this season, including four against Brighton in their recent away game, presents an opportunity. Spurs have struggled defensively in 11 away matches, conceding two or more goals on six occasions.
Despite Spurs' overall success this season, their away performances against top-half Premier League teams have been lackluster. Victories came against Bournemouth, Burnley, Luton, Crystal Palace, and Nottingham Forest, with three of these clubs involved in the relegation battle.
The absence of Son and James Maddison limits Spurs' creativity, increasing the pressure on Kulusevski and Richarlison. In the FA Cup against Burnley, they managed a narrow 1-0 win, relying on a goal from fullback Pedro Porro and registering only seven attempts on goal, failing to create any significant chances.
While Man United would be favored to win if they could convert their chances, the match presents a clash between a team prone to squandering opportunities and one struggling to create them. In light of these uncertainties, a draw emerges as a valuable proposition in this matchup.
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