Let’s take a look at the team news as Man United aim to solidify their position in the top-four when they travel to face Bournemouth. Having managed to secure their Premier League status, the Cherries sit comfortably in 14th place with 39 points, despite recently suffering consecutive defeats against Chelsea and Crystal Palace.
While the Red Devils experienced a minor setback with losses to Brighton and West Ham, they responded well by defeating Wolves with a routine 2-0 home victory last weekend. They now need to maintain their strong form until the end of the season, particularly with Liverpool closely pursuing them in the standings.
Injury/Suspension List:
Bournemouth manager Gary O’Neil has provided an update on the team’s injury situation, revealing that Antoine Semenyo will be unavailable for the remainder of the season due to an undisclosed injury. Additionally, Hamed Traore, Marcus Tavernier, Ryan Fredericks, and Junior Stanislas are still sidelined with their respective injuries.
Kieffer Moore has recovered from a concussion and is now part of the match-day squad. The striker will be vying for a starting position alongside or in place of Dominic Solanke, especially after the Cherries’ lacklustre attacking performance against Palace.
Turning to Manchester United, loanee Marcel Sabizter has been ruled out for the rest of the season due to a knee injury. Besides the Austrian, Lisandro Martinez, Donny van de Beek, Phil Jones, and Tom Heaton are also included in the team’s list of injured players.
However, there is positive news for Man United as both Marcus Rashford and Scott McTominay have returned to training and could be available for selection against Bournemouth. Anthony Martial is expected to continue as the central striker ahead of Wout Weghorst.
Raphael Varane has recovered from his injury and started in the previous game against Wolves. The Frenchman is likely to retain his place alongside Victor Lindelof in central defence.
Player To Watch Out For – Dominic Solanke
One of Solanke’s main strengths is his movement off the ball. He has a natural instinct for finding space in the box and is always looking to get into dangerous positions. He is also an excellent reader of the game, often anticipating where the ball will be played next and adjusting his position accordingly.
In addition to his movement, the Englishman is a strong and powerful player who is difficult to push off the ball. He uses his strength to hold off defenders and create space for himself and his teammates. He is also a proficient finisher, capable of scoring with both feet and his head.
Another skill that sets the 25-year-old forward apart is his ability to link up play and create chances for his teammates. He has excellent vision and passing ability, often playing through balls or flicks to set up his teammates in front of goal.
Dominic Solanke is also a hardworking player who is willing to put in the effort to help his team defensively. He presses high up the pitch and works hard to win back possession for his team.
Bournemouth Form:
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Manchester United Probable Line-up (4-2-3-1):
David de Gea (GK); Aaron Wan-Bissaka (RB), Raphael Varane (CB), Victor Lindelof (CB), Luke Shaw (LB); Casemiro (CM), Bruno Fernandes (CM); Antony (RW), Marcus Rashford (LW), Christian Eriksen (CAM); Anthony Martial(ST).
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Predicted Score:
Bournemouth 0-1 Man United
With Bournemouth having secured Premier League status, their remaining two games hold significance primarily for positional rankings and this situation works in favor of Man United, as they are still striving to secure a top-four position.
The availability of Marcus Rashford could prove crucial for the game on Saturday, but with the motivation and a stronger squad, the Red Devils should be able to secure a victory at the Vitality Stadium and claim all three points.
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