Man United vs Fulham | 2022/23 FA Cup | Predicted Line-up for the Devils

Man United host Fulham in their F.A Cup quarter-final tie later today as they look to move into the final stages of the competition, having already bagged one domestic trophy this season. With Erik Ten Hag’s side keen on clinching silverware, they will be keen on securing a victory at Old Trafford, with the Dutch manager expected to field a strong starting line-up on Sunday.

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Fresh off a significant victory over Real Betis in their mid-week Europa League tie, the Red Devils will be keen on maintaining their winning momentum as they aim for consistency in their results and performances over the coming weeks.

Although United remain stifled with injuries within the squad, Ten Hag will be keen on maintaining the team’s impressive standard of output as they aim to secure a top-four spot in the league alongside being contenders in the two remaining cup competitions they remain involved in, moving further into the season.

Probable Man United Starting Line-Up Against Fulham

Goalkeeper

David De Gea (GK): Expected to retain his spot between the sticks, the Man United stot-stopper will be needing to remain a reliable figure between the sticks against Fulham. Likely to be tested owing to the opposition’s threat across the frontline, De Gea will be keen on performing to his potential later today.

Defenders

Aaron Wan-Bissaka (RB): Promising in his recent performances, Wan-Bissaka will be keen on building on his consistency over the coming fixtures. Expected to play a key role on Sunday, the full-back will look to make the best of his opportunity against the Cottagers.

Raphael Varane (RCB): An integral part of the backline, Varane will be keen on delivering a notable contribution later today. Consistent in his displays, the centre-back will look to perform to the best of his abilities against Marcos Silva’s side at Old Trafford.

Lisandro Martinez (LCB): Amongst the team’s most consistent performers, Martinez will be keen on maintaining his excellent standard of output moving forward. Likely to be tested against the visitors’ physical forwards, the centre-back will be keen on delivering an imposing display later today.

Luke Shaw (LB): A pivotal part of the team’s defensive foundation, Shaw will be keen on maintaining his excellent standard of output over the coming weeks. Likely to play a key part of possession against Fulham, the Man United full-back will look to have a positive impact on proceedings at Old Trafford.

Midfielders

Marcel Sabitzer (CM): Although having only returned from injury, Sabitzer will be keen on delivering a positive performance against the Cottagers. With the team short on players in his department, the Austrian will look to make an impactful contribution at Old Trafford.

Fred (CDM): Needing to play a key role against Marco Silva’s side, Fred will look to have a positive impact on the pitch later today. With the Brazilian having shown promise in his abilities across recent outings, the midfielder will be keen on making the best of his opportunity on Sunday.

Attackers

Jadon Sancho (RW): Whilst yet to perform to his potential, Sancho will be keen on delivering a notable display later today. Needing to make the best of his opportunities, the forward will look to deliver a valuable contribution against Fulham.

Bruno Fernandes (CAM): With the team reliant on his impact across the final third, Fernandes will need to deliver a notable contribution on Sunday. Expected to have his work cut-out out of possession, the Portuguese midfielder will look to perform to the best of his abilities later today.

Marcus Rashford (LW): Expected to play a vital role in impacting United’s prospects in front of goal, Rashford will look to find the back of the net against Fulham. With the team dependent on his performances, the forward will be keen on delivering a notable contribution later today.

Wout Weghorst (ST): Needing to play a vital role against the Cottagers, Weghorst will be keen on delivering an impactful display at Old Trafford. With the forward having been amongst the team’s most disciplined players on the pitch across recent outings, the Dutchman will be keen on delivering a notable performance on Sunday.