Manchester United vs Bodo/Glimt: Amorim’s First Home Game in Europa League

Manchester United is set to host Norwegian side Bodo/Glimt in the Europa League on Thursday, November 28, marking Ruben Amorim‘s first home game as the new manager of the Red Devils. Following a 1-1 draw against Ipswich Town in his debut match, Amorim is eager to secure his first win and establish his tactical approach at Old Trafford.

The match, scheduled to kick off at 8pm GMT, will be broadcast on TNT Sports 2 and TNT Sports Ultimate, with live streaming available via the Discovery+ app. Manchester United is favored to win, with odds of -500, while a draw is priced at +525, and a Bodo/Glimt victory at +1100.

Amorim has indicated that he will make several changes to the lineup, aiming to implement his new style of play more quickly. The Portuguese manager is expected to use a 3-4-2-1 formation, similar to what he employed at Sporting CP. Key players such as Lisandro Martinez, who has returned from injury, and Marcus Rashford, who scored in the previous match, are likely to feature prominently.

Bodo/Glimt, currently ahead of Manchester United in the Europa League table, will be a formidable opponent. The Norwegian team has a strong record, having beaten Jose Mourinho‘s Roma 6-1 in 2021. However, they may have one eye on their upcoming Eliteserien fixture against Lillestrom, which could secure them a fourth title in five years.

Amorim’s team selection will be crucial, with players like Amad Diallo, who impressed in a right wing-back role against Ipswich, and Rasmus Hojlund, who could start ahead of Joshua Zirkzee, set to play key roles. The new manager’s ability to balance the need for immediate results with the long-term goal of molding the team in his image will be under scrutiny.