February 2nd 2025.
As the weekend approaches, all eyes are on Manchester United as they prepare to take on Crystal Palace at their home ground, Old Trafford. After a tough loss against Brighton at the start of the year, the team has bounced back with three consecutive wins, including a hard-fought victory against Fulham last weekend. And things are looking even more promising as both Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho left a lasting impression in their midweek match against Europe's Rangers and FCSB.
Mainoo, who was given a more advanced role in the game, truly shone on the field, scoring a goal and assisting in another. It was undoubtedly his best performance of the season, making a strong case for a starting spot in the upcoming game. Garnacho also made his presence known when he came off the bench, impressing with his skills and abilities. Despite being linked to potential transfers to Chelsea and Napoli, manager Amorim is eager to keep the talented Argentina international in the team.
However, there are still some uncertainties surrounding the team, such as the absence of Marcus Rashford who has not made the squad for the past 12 games. It is unlikely that he will play today either, as he is reportedly close to joining Aston Villa on a loan move. On the other hand, new signing Patrick Dorgu has arrived in Manchester and may make his debut in the upcoming FA Cup match against Leicester.
Speaking of new signings, young defender Ayden Heaven has also joined the team from Arsenal and is expected to make an impact. With a nearly fully-fit squad, manager Amorim has some important decisions to make, particularly in the front where Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee have yet to score a goal this year.
Last week, Amorim's plans paid off as his team secured a win against Fulham. However, he expressed uncertainty about when left-back Luke Shaw will be ready to play again. Shaw has been plagued with injuries this season and has not played since December. Other absent players include Mason Mount and Jonny Evans, who are still recovering from setbacks.
As for the predicted line-up for the upcoming game, fans can expect to see players like Onana, de Ligt, Maguire, Martinez, Diallo, Ugarte, Fernandes, Dalot, Mainoo, Garnacho, and Hojlund take the field for Manchester United. Unfortunately, the match will not be televised live in the UK, but fans can follow all the action through Metro's live matchday blog.
It's clear that the team is determined to continue their winning streak and secure another victory against Crystal Palace. With a strong line-up and the return of some key players, it's sure to be an exciting match for fans and players alike. Don't miss out on the action at Old Trafford this Sunday at 2pm!
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