Manchester United will be hoping to respond to an opening day defeat when they host Ipswich Town at Old Trafford on August 30.
Pressure Mounts on Carrick Following Opening Day Defeat
Manchester United endured a miserable start to the new season, losing 2-0 against newly promoted Hull City.
The defeat means the Red Devils have now failed to win in their previous four matches, and they have conceded six goals in their previous two. Bryan Mbeumo remains a player in form, having registered four goal involvements in his last five starts.
Marcus Rashford could start on Sunday after making his United return against Hull. However, Michael Carrick will be without a couple of first-team stars, including Matthijs de Ligt, Carlos Baleba, and Mason Mount.
Manchester United predicted lineup vs Ipswich Town (4-2-3-1): Lammens; Dalot, Maguire, Martinez, Shaw; Mainoo, Santos; Mbeumo, Fernandes, Rashford; Sesko
Ipswich Chasing Successive Wins to Start the Season
Gary O’Neil enjoyed an excellent return to the Premier League on the opening day of the season, as Ipswich recorded a home win against Sunderland.
The Tractor Boys have now scored nine goals in their previous three fixtures. A number of new signings enjoyed excellent debuts for Ipswich last Saturday, with Emersonn scoring and Julio Enciso registering an assist.
The latter has now registered four goal involvements in his last six starts. Azor Matusiwa and Florentino are unavailable for the trip to Old Trafford.
Ipswich Town predicted lineup vs Manchester United (4-2-3-1): Scherpen; O’Shea, Diop, Greaves, Davis; Nunez, Lukic; Fatawu, Maeda, Enciso; Emersonn
Manchester United vs Ipswich Town Prediction
- Safe Tip: Manchester United
- Odds: 1.4 (22Bet)
- 22Bet Booking Code: YAQFG
- Correct score prediction: Manchester United 3-1 Ipswich Town
Key stats:
- Manchester United have won eight of their nine matches under Michael Carrick at Old Trafford.
- Ipswich failed to win 16 of their 19 EPL away matches in their previous top-flight campaign.
- United have won their previous four fixtures against Ipswich at Old Trafford.
A winning return to form for Manchester United is expected this weekend. Despite losing on their EPL return last weekend, the Red Devils thrived at Old Trafford under Michael Carrick last season, winning eight of their nine fixtures.
United have also scored at least once in five of their previous six. Ipswich’s survival chances will hinge on their home form, and they underperformed on the road in their previous top-flight campaign, failing to win in 16 of their 19 matches.
United also dominate the head-to-head record, winning each of the four encounters between the sides at Old Trafford and avoiding defeat in the previous seven.
Manchester United vs Ipswich Town Prediction, Value Tip
- Value Tip: Both Teams to Score
- Odds: 1.8 (22Bet)
- 22Bet Booking Code: YX6FG
Both teams to score is an interesting value play this weekend. Ipswich have scored at least once in their previous two head-to-heads against Man United.
They also have strong attacking form this season after scoring five in the opening two matches. United’s defensive record is also concerning, as the Red Devils have conceded six goals in their last two fixtures.
Verdict: Manchester United (1.4) — Manchester United 3-1 Ipswich Town
