Manchester United vs Sheriff | 2022/23 EL | News and Predicted Line-up

Manchester United host Sheriff Tiraspol in their second-leg Europa League tie this Thursday as the Red Devils look to secure qualification for the knockout stages of the competition. Having secured a 0-2 victory in their previous outing, United will be keen on building on their winning momentum, with the team having been unbeaten in their last six outings across all competitions moving into the fixture at Old Trafford.

Likely to make minimal changes to this preferred starting line-up, Erik Ten Hag will be hoping to avoid a poor result on Thursday. With a number of players expected to return to the match-day squad against the Moldovan club, the Dutch manager will be looking to rotate his players whilst being keen on maintaining a high standard of performance on the pitch over the coming weeks.

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Axel Tuanzebe, Anthony Martial, and Brandon Williams continue to remain sidelined although the likes of Harry Maguire, Donny Van De Beek, and Aaron Wan-Bissaka are expected to be named on the bench with each of them having trained with the squad in the lead-up to the game against Sheriff.

However, with United yet to seal qualification for the knockout stage, Ten Hag is likely to deploy a strong starting line-up despite the need for rotation on Thursday.

Probable Manchester United Starting Line-Up Against Sheriff Tiraspol

Goalkeeper

David De Gea (GK): Likely to retain his place in the starting line-up, De Gea will be looking to continue delivering promising performances moving forward. Having shown encouraging signs in his overall development in recent weeks, the Spaniard will be keen on continuing to feature in a majority of fixtures over the course of the campaign.

Defenders

Diogo Dalot (RB): Amongst the team’s most promising performers this season, Dalot will be keen on delivering consistent performances moving forward. With Aaron Wan-Bissaka likely to return to the match-day squad, the Portuguese international is expected to be rotated in cup competitions over the coming weeks.

Victor Lindelof (RCB): The likeliest replacement for Raphael Varane, Lindelof will be keen on cementing his place in the starting line-up before the World Cup break. Having delivered steady performances this season, the centre-back will be hoping to have a notable impact against Sheriff on Thursday.

Lisandro Martinez (LCB): An imposing figure at the back, Martinez remains amongst the first names on the team sheet at United. With the defence reliant on his performances, the Argentinian international will be keen on remaining consistent in his output moving forward.

Tyrell Malacia (LB): With Luke Shaw likely to be granted a rest, Malacia will be keen on making the best of his opportunity on Thursday. Having been benched owing to his counterpart’s promising displays, the Dutch left-back will be looking to deliver a notable performance against Sheriff.

Midfielders

Casemiro (CDM): Having grown in confidence in recent weeks, Casemiro will be keen on continuing to deliver impactful performances moving forward. With the team reliant on his impact, the Brazilian is likely to emerge as a pivotal part of the manager’s plans over the coming weeks.

Christian Eriksen (CM): Amongst the team’s most impactful players on the pitch, Eriksen will be keen on bouncing back from an average performance against Chelsea last weekend. Having shown notable consistency in his displays, the Danish international will be looking to have a positive impact on the pitch against Sheriff.

Attackers

Antony (RW): Having established himself as a crucial part of United’s attack, Antony will be looking to continue improving his performances moving forward. With the winger having grown in confidence in recent weeks, the Brazilian international will be looking to deliver an impactful display at Old Trafford on Thursday.

Bruno Fernandes (CAM): Continuing to adapt to his new role, Fernandes will be keen on delivering consistent displays over the coming weeks. Having shown promising potential on the pitch, the Portuguese midfielder will be looking to deliver valuable contributions moving forward.

Jadon Sancho (LW): Although having been underwhelming in recent outings, Sancho will be keen on bouncing back before the World Cup break. With the team short on options across the frontline, the winger will be looking to make the best of his opportunities over the coming weeks.

Marcus Rashford (ST): Yet to emerge clinical in front of goal, Rashford will be keen on improving his goal-conversion rate moving forward. Likely to continue being deployed as a central striker, the England international will be looking to return to his best over the coming weeks.