- Date and Time: September 25, 20:00 GMT+1
- Venue: Old Trafford, Manchester, England
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| Manchester United vs FC Twente | September 25, 20:00 GMT+1 |
| Manchester United odds | 1.27 |
| FC Twente odds | 10 |
| Draw | 5.95 |
| Over\Under | Total 2,5: 1.46/2.4 |
Manchester United vs FC Twente Preview
Manchester United
In the match against Crystal Palace in the fifth round of the Premier League, Manchester United played their best half this season. It wasn’t about the goals, as Erik Ten Hag’s team failed to score, but rather about the quality of Man Utd’s defensive and attacking play.
Manchester United completely dominated their opponents, creating a large number of dangerous chances while effectively pressing or countering them in an organized defensive block. In most situations, Erik Ten Hag’s team attacked in a 3-2-2-3 formation, creating a numerical advantage over their opponents in the center of the pitch.
🛣️ “It’s a road we want to go down.”
Erik sees the #UEL as an important avenue to a successful 2024/25 💪#MUFC
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) September 24, 2024
A standout figure in this game was Christian Eriksen, who found space between the lines in the opponent’s half of the pitch in various ways and made very effective, accurate passes into dangerous areas.
The introduction of the Danish midfielder partly helped United improve their ball progression into the opponents’ half. However, when Eriksen left the pitch in the second half, Manchester City immediately encountered significant problems in overcoming the opponents’ middle defensive block.
This is quite surprising amidst rumours that the Dane will be leaving Manchester United soon. At the moment, Erik Ten Hag’s team has no alternative for Eriksen in the center of midfield.
A European night at Old Trafford 🔜🏟️#MUFC || #UEL pic.twitter.com/Yy9G6ZjME4
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) September 23, 2024
It’s worth noting the overall tactical flexibility of Manchester United’s players in the first half against Palace. They varied their attacks with lightning-fast combinations in central midfield and dangerous passes into threatening positions to Amad Diallo and Alejandro Garnacho.
Manchester failed to capitalize on their numerous chances in the first half. In the second half, United’s players lost the initiative and were unable to maintain a high level of intensity.
Who’s fit for FC Twente? 🤔#MUFC || #UEL
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) September 23, 2024
However, this match showed that Erik Ten Hag’s team is capable of total domination over their opponents thanks to good organization and creative ideas in attack. Man Utd could soon enter a winning streak, especially as most of the main players are fit and ready to compete for a place in the starting line-up.
| Recent Form | DWWLL |
| Key Players to Watch | Christian Eriksen, Rasmus Højlund, Manuel Ugarte |
| Team Strengths | Strong squad |
| Team Weaknesses | Unstable play in defence and attack |
| Key Injuries and suspensions | Leny Yoro (Ankle/Foot Injury), Tyrell Malacia (Knee Injury), Victor Lindelof (Ankle/Foot Injury), Luke Shaw (Calf/Shin/Heel Injury) |
FC Twente
Twente finished third in last season’s Dutch Eredivisie, securing a place in the Champions League qualification.
However, Joseph Oosting’s team was eliminated by RB Salzburg in the third round, losing with a close aggregate score of 4-5.
The main issue for Twente, as well as other Dutch clubs, lies in poor pressing organization and a vulnerable high defensive line, making the Tukkers underdogs in their upcoming match against Manchester United.
📸👀#FCTwente pic.twitter.com/Sk0ZpoHWXF
— FC Twente (@fctwente) September 24, 2024
Despite these issues, Twente will surely attack with great force and attempt to overload the opponent’s penalty area. Set pieces and corner kicks have been key to their strategy, as they demonstrated during their encounters with Salzburg. This thoughtful approach to dead-ball situations could be one of their few advantages when facing Manchester United.
| Recent Form | WWDLL |
| Key Player to Watch | Sem Steijn |
| Team Strengths | Positional attacks, using corners |
| Team Weaknesses | Vulnerable high defensive line |
| Key injuries and suspensions. | Younes Taha (broken leg) |
Manchester United vs FC Twente Head-to-Head Statistics
This will be the first match in history between these teams.
Manchester United vs FC Twente Player Focus
Rasmus Højlund and Manuel Ugarte are likely to start, as both players need game practice in official matches. Højlund fully recovered from an injury just last week and has started training with the team, working his way to reach peak fitness.
Manuel Ugarte recently joined the team and is still adjusting to his new team. Starting in this Europa League match gives him an ideal opportunity to further adapt to United’s playing style.
New week, same ambition 💪#MUFC pic.twitter.com/Kb0TJCHGDJ
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) September 23, 2024
For Twente, Sem Steijn is the standout player. The 22-year-old attacking midfielder has scored six goals in the first six rounds of Eredivisie and also scored a goal against Salzburg in the Champions League qualification. In the match against Manchester United, he will have an excellent chance to showcase his talent and attract even more attention from the European press.
Manchester United vs FC Twente Preview, Tactical Analysis
Manchester United has a significant edge in player quality, and Twente’s only chance of not losing is to defend with all their players in a low block.
In this case, Manchester United may face problems breaking through the opponent’s defense. However, since Joseph Oosting prefers to play in a proactive style, his team will most likely attempt high pressing.
We stick together and keep building 👊#MUFC || #CRYMUN pic.twitter.com/erz1uvmrPh
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) September 22, 2024
For the hosts, this could be a real gift, as they will then have plenty of space for quick attacks.
Manchester United vs FC Twente Prediction
- Football Pick: Manchester United to win
- Odds: 1.27 (22Bet)
- Score prediction: Manchester United 3-1 FC Twente
After the majority of injured players have recovered, Erik Ten Hag now has the opportunity to rotate the squad actively while maintaining a high quality of play. In the match against a team like Twente, the hosts are obligated to win if they want to contend for victory in the Europa League.
Manchester United vs FC Twente Prediction, Betting Tip
- Football Pick: Manchester United Total Over 1.5
- Odds: 1.35 (22Bet)
Twente conceded five goals against Salzburg in two matches, and it could have been much more if the Austrian club’s players had better capitalized on their great chances.
Manchester United has numerous high-level attacking players who are capable of easily exploiting the guests’ defensive problems. Therefore, our free football prediction suggests scoring more than one goal is a solid betting option for this match.
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