Manchester United vs Tottenham match preview, predictions, possible lineups, time and where to watch
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Manchester United vs Tottenham match preview, predictions, possible lineups, time and where to watch

Ayoola Kelechi 23:50 - 12.01.2024

Manchester United and Tottenham both look to pick up pace in the race for the Premier Leagu's top four

The upcoming Premier League match between Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur is scheduled for Sunday, January 14, 2024, at Old Trafford in Manchester. The match will kick off at 5:30 pm WAT

Manchester United vs Tottenham team news and player injuries and suspensions

Manchester United, currently eighth in the Premier League standings, is seeking a strong performance to improve their league position.

The team is coming off a 2-0 victory over Wigan Athletic in the FA Cup but has experienced some inconsistency in the league, with three losses in their last five Premier League matches.

Ange Postecoglou  (Photo Credit: Spurs/X)
Ange Postecoglou (Photo Credit: Spurs/X)

On the other hand, Tottenham Hotspur has had a good spell towards the end of 2023, positioning themselves back in the title race, just six points behind league leaders Liverpool.

Manchester United vs Tottenham recent form and head-to-head record

Both teams have significant player concerns. Manchester United might see the return of Lisandro Martinez, but his start remains uncertain due to the duration of his injury layoff. Players like Luke Shaw, Christian Eriksen, Harry Maguire, Antony, and Anthony Martial could also return, while Casemiro and Mason Mount might miss this game. Andre Onana is available for this match before leaving for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

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Tottenham will be without Ben Davies due to a hamstring injury, and there's uncertainty over the availability of Giovani Lo Celso and Heung-Min Son. Timo Werner could make his debut for Tottenham after a loan move from RB Leipzig.

Manchester United vs Tottenham head-to-head

Historically, Manchester United has a strong record against Tottenham at Old Trafford, with 96 wins to Tottenham's 54 and 50 draws in their head-to-head encounters. 

Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho link up || Manchester Evening News
Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho link up || Manchester Evening News

However, Tottenham is looking to complete their first league double over United since the 1989-90 season.

Manchester United vs Tottenham playing styles and tactics

In terms of playing styles, Manchester United has shown resilience and character, particularly in games like their Boxing Day comeback win against Aston Villa.

Man United manager Ten Hag || Imago
Man United manager Ten Hag || Imago

Tottenham, with their recent form, will be eager to assert themselves, especially with the potential debut of Werner adding to their attacking options.

Manchester United vs Tottenham betting tips and predictions

A prediction for this match is challenging given the current form and injury concerns of both teams. However, the nature of Manchester United's season suggests a strong performance, potentially leading to a closely contested match and possibly ending in a draw.

Where and how to watch Manchester United vs Tottenham

Fans can watch this highly anticipated match on Supersports in Nigeria. For more detailed information and analysis, you can follow Pulse Sports live updates on dedicated sports news websites and match blogs​​​​​​​​​