
New Man Utd manager Ruben Amorim aims for his first Premier League win at Old Trafford as his side hosts a struggling Everton. Can the Red Devils capitalize on their home advantage and recent head-to-head dominance, or will Everton spring a surprise? Our preview breaks down the key matchups, potential lineups, and offers a prediction for this intriguing clash.
Manchester United welcome Everton to Old Trafford on Sunday, December 1st, in a Premier League clash with both teams seeking a positive result for different reasons. Man Utd, under new manager Ruben Amorim, are looking to build momentum, while Everton aim to climb out of the lower reaches of the table.
Match Expectations
Amorim secured his first win as Man Utd manager in the midweek Europa League victory against Bodo/Glimt, but the performance wasn’t entirely convincing. He’ll be hoping for a more dominant display against Everton, especially at home. Everton, meanwhile, are struggling for goals and wins, having drawn blanks in their last three matches. They’ll need to find their attacking spark to get anything from this game. Their historical record at Old Trafford is poor, having not won there since 2013.
Schedule
- Date: Sunday, December 1st, 2024
- Time: 13:30 GMT
- Venue: Old Trafford, Manchester
- TV: Not televised in the UK. International broadcast details to be confirmed.
Potential Lineup
- Man Utd (Predicted): Onana; Wan-Bissaka, Varane, Martinez, Shaw; Fernandes, Casemiro; Antony, Eriksen, Rashford; Hojlund
- Everton (Predicted): Pickford; Coleman, Tarkowski, Branthwaite, Mykolenko; Iwobi, Gueye, Doucoure, Garner; McNeil; Calvert-Lewin
These lineups are subject to change depending on player fitness and tactical decisions. Man Utd has some defensive injury concerns.
Potential Problems
Man Utd’s defense has been shaky at times this season, and several defenders are currently injury doubts. Everton’s lack of goals is a major concern, and they will need to find a way to break down a potentially weakened Man Utd defense.
Who to Watch
Rasmus Hojlund’s two goals and assist in the midweek Europa League match suggest he is finding his form. He could be a key threat for Man Utd. For Everton, Alex Iwobi’s creativity and ability to create chances will be vital if they are to cause an upset.
Head-to-Head
Man Utd have dominated recent meetings between these two sides, winning their last five encounters. Historically, it is noteworthy that Everton have managed just two victories in their last twelve Premier League matches.
Prediction
Man Utd to win (65% confidence): Despite their defensive concerns, Man Utd’s superior form and home advantage give them the edge. Everton’s struggles in front of goal make an away win unlikely.
Potential Score: Man Utd 2 – 0 Everton (55% confidence). I expect Man Utd to control the game and Hojlund to continue his goalscoring form.
Conclusion
This match presents a good opportunity for Man Utd to build some momentum under their new manager. Everton face an uphill battle but will be hoping to capitalize on any defensive vulnerabilities Man Utd might have.