Team News
Man United manager has a fully fit contingent of midfielders and attackers for Sunday’s Premier League clash, but his defensive ranks face uncertainty. Jonny Evans (knock), Victor Lindelöf (groin), Harry Maguire (calf), and Leny Yoro (foot) remain doubts.Yoro, nearing the end of his rehabilitation from a summer injury, is still regaining match fitness and is unlikely to feature. This could see Noussair Mazraoui deployed once again as the right-sided centre-back. On the left flank, Tyrell Malacia’s return on Thursday after a lengthy absence opens the door for Luke Shaw to make his first start since his injury layoff, while Kobbie Mainoo could earn a recall to the midfield.
Everton, meanwhile, will be without former United academy player James Garner, sidelined with a back issue, alongside Seamus Coleman (thigh), Chermiti (ankle), and Tim Iroegbunam (foot). Armando Broja, recently back in full training after an Achilles injury, is in contention but unlikely to displace Dominic Calvert-Lewin or Beto in the attack. Calvert-Lewin, however, is enduring a dry spell, failing to score in his last eight league games but is expected to lead the line again.
Form Guide
Ruben Amorim’s Manchester United aim for back-to-back home wins at Old Trafford as they host Everton on Sunday. Fresh from a thrilling 3-2 victory against Bodo/Glimt in the Europa League, United will look to build on a run of five wins from their last six home matches across all competitions, scoring multiple goals in each success. Everton, on the other hand, enter the contest off the back of a frustrating goalless draw against Brentford, despite the Bees playing with 10 men for over half the match.
Sean Dyche’s side have now gone three league games without a goal, failing to find the net against Southampton, West Ham, and Brentford throughout November. Winless in their last four Premier League matches, Everton find themselves teetering near the relegation zone. Sitting 15th with a slim two-point buffer over the bottom three, they risk slipping deeper into trouble if their attacking woes persist.
Predicted Outcome
While Everton’s defensive resilience under Sean Dyche has been commendable, their lack of firepower could prove costly against United’s home form and attacking potential. With fresher legs on their side, the Toffees might frustrate the hosts for long periods, but their inability to capitalise on opportunities makes them vulnerable. In a match that promises few goals, Manchester United are likely to edge this encounter and take all three points. We predict Manchester United will beat Everton 2-0 in this encounter.
