Viktoria Plzeň vs Manchester United Preview, Prediction, Odds, Betting Tips 12.12.2024

• Date and Time: December 12, 17:45 GMT+1
• Venue: Doosan Arena, Plzen, Czech Republic

Viktoria Plzeň vs Manchester United Preview

Viktoria Plzeň

Viktoria Plzeň have yet to lose in the Europa League this season and have suffered just two defeats in the Czech 1. Liga.

Under Miroslav Koubek’s guidance, the team demonstrates a well-organized defence in a 5-3-2 formation, occasionally employing a proactive high press. Offensively, Viktoria’s formation transforms into a 3-4-1-2 / 3-4-2-1 with a heavy emphasis on the flanks, where the Czech club regularly creates triangular interactions. 

The players effectively utilize long passes into the opponent’s half and actively contest second balls. Additionally, they execute set pieces thoughtfully, often leading to goals against their rivals.

Miroslav Koubek’s team performed admirably against Eintracht (3-3) and Real Sociedad (2-1). They played in a defensive style and conducted rare but very dangerous quick attacks. Victoria conceded goals in both matches, but in many aspects, they compensated for the difference in the class of the players through excellent organization.

It is also worth highlighting Pavel Šulc and Prince Kwabena Adu, who have demonstrated excellent technical skills, consistently beating their opponents and scoring goals.

Manchester United

Manchester United performed poorly in their match against Nottingham Forest, losing 2-3. Man United players made fundamental mistakes in defence and created a minimum number of dangerous chances in attack.

The Red Devils struggled significantly with set-pieces and had difficulty building positional attacks against a highly pressing Arsenal and Nottingham Forest’s defensive setup in the second half.

Even in the recent match against Everton, which ended very successfully with a 4-0 rout, United won largely due to gross errors by their opponents rather than showcasing effective attacking play.

Manchester have yet to lose in the Europa League, but 12th place does not reflect the team’s high status, so in the next meetings, the English club’s players will surely be motivated to win.   

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Viktoria Plzeň vs Manchester United Prediction

• Pick: 1X (Viktoria will not lose)
• Odds: 2.38 (22Bet)
• Score prediction: Viktoria Plzeň 1-1 Manchester United

Viktoria Plzeň have not lost on their home field this season and is demonstrating solid performance in attack and defence. Miroslav Koubek’s side earned four points against Eintracht and Real Sociedad and will be able to put up a fight against the Red Devils.

The visitors will strive to secure a victory after suffering two consecutive defeats in the Premier League. However, Manchester’s play lacks stability and balance, which could be an opportunity for the Czech club’s players to exploit.

While the Red Devils are favoured in the upcoming match, I believe it may be worth taking a risk by betting on the possibility that the hosts will not lose despite the significant difference in the quality of the players.

Viktoria Plzeň vs Manchester United Prediction, Betting Tip

• Pick: Shots toward the goal. Manchester United to win
• Odds: 1.14 (22Bet)

Viktoria will probably play defensively and allow the opponent to possess the ball at 70% of the game time. This will allow United to shoot at goal more often, although the effectiveness of these shots may be somewhat limited.

Nonetheless, the visiting team is expected to take the initiative and will likely have more shots on goal than the Viktoria players.

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