Manchester United play their fourth game of their pre-season tour this Saturday against Aston Villa. Here's everything you need to know about the fixture.
Erik ten Hag has started life at the United helm in excellent fashion. Three wins out of three thus far during their tour, accumulating 11 goals on the way and defeating Liverpool, Melbourne Victory and Crystal Palace. One player that has lit up their pre-season has been Anthony Martial. The returning forward has three goals in the three games he's played and looks a serious contender to be included in their starting lineup when the season eventually starts.
Steven Gerrard's Aston Villa side are also flying on their tour. They also have three wins, however, they were against Walsall, Leeds United and Brisbane Roar - so this is certainly the Villan's toughest test yet.
So with this, here's everything you need to know about the pre-season fixture between Manchester United and Aston Villa.
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Date & Time
PERTH, AUSTRALIA - JULY 02: A general view of play during game one of the international test match series between the Australian Wallabies and England at Optus Stadium on July 02, 2022, in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images)
For those wondering, Manchester United vs Aston Villa will take place on Saturday 23rd July 2022 at the Optus Stadium, Perth. The match will kick off at 10:45 AM GMT.
How to Watch
Football fans will be delighted to hear that this game will be televised live on MUTV.
Live Stream
Subscribers will be able to watch the match online via the club website, you will need to pay for a subscription beforehand – so make sure you get that sorted before the game kicks off.
MUTV is available for £7.99 a month.
Team News
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 15: Scott McTominay of Manchester United reacts during the Pre-Season friendly match between Melbourne Victory and Manchester United at Melbourne Cricket Ground on July 15, 2022, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Mike Owen/Getty Images)
United were without Scott McTominay during a training session on Wednesday, with the Scotland international instead doing a recovery gym session, so his position in the side is in doubt.
Raphael Varane and James Garner also most likely won't be risked as they have small knocks.
As for Villa, Keinan Davis has been ruled thanks to a hamstring problem, while Jaden Philogene-Bidace and Kortney Hause are also still unavailable for selection.
Manchester United Predicted XI: De Gea; Dalot, Maguire, Lindelof, Shaw; Fred, Van de Beek, Fernandes; Rashford, Martial, Sancho
Aston Villa Predicted XI: Martinez; Cash, Carlos, Mings, Digne; McGinn, Kamara, Coutinho; Bailey, Watkins, Ings
Head to Head
Here’s how the last three fixtures between the two sides have played out:
15th January 2022: Aston Villa 2 – 2 Manchester United
10th January 2021: Manchester United 1 – 0 Aston Villa
25th September 2021: Manchester United 0 – 1 Aston Villa
Odds
Here are the odds that are being offered by various bookmakers:
Manchester United: 4/6
Draw: 3/1
Aston Villa: 10/3
Prediction: Manchester United 2 – 1 Aston Villa
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 19: Manchester United Manager Erik ten Hag looks on before the Pre-Season Friendly match between Manchester United and Crystal Palace at Melbourne Cricket Ground on July 19, 2022, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Graham Denholm/Getty Images)
This should be a great game with two sides clearly in great form, however, we think United will just edge it. They've been fantastic so far and can't see them slipping up against Gerrard's side. 2-1.
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