Manchester United Prepare for Carabao Cup Clash Against Barnsley

Manchester United will host Barnsley in the third round of the Carabao Cup at Old Trafford. The match is scheduled to start at 20:00 BST on September 17, 2024, and promises a decisive outcome as it will head straight to penalties if the scores are level after the regulation 90 minutes.

United’s manager, Erik ten Hag, has opted for a robust team selection, even amidst significant changes to the lineup. Following their impressive 3-0 victory against Southampton, the Reds are keen to maintain momentum. Notably, Manuel Ugarte, a recent summer acquisition, is set to make his first start and home debut for Manchester United.

Joining Ugarte in midfield could be Toby Collyer, who is making his senior team debut. Goalkeeper Altay Bayindir will have his second appearance for the club, having previously played in the Emirates FA Cup win against Newport County last season. Jonny Evans, who was at left-back during the weekend’s match, might retain that position, while Antony will take the right wing, and Marcus Rashford will play centrally upfront.

In defense, Casemiro, serving as captain, is anticipated to partner with Harry Maguire. However, the exact formation could shift as the game progresses. The starting lineup for Manchester United includes Bayindir; Dalot, Maguire, Casemiro (c), Evans; Collyer, Ugarte; Antony, Eriksen, Garnacho; Rashford. On the bench, options include Heaton, De Ligt, Martinez, among others.

Barnsley arrives with a victory in their recent encounter against Sheffield United and sits seventh in EFL League One. Their lineup features Slonina; De Gevigney, Roberts, Earl; Cotter, Connell (c), Phillips, Yoganathan, O’Keefe; Watters, Jalo, with substitutes available like Killip and Russell.

Historically, Manchester United has a favorable record against Barnsley, winning 22 out of their 38 encounters, with the latter securing five wins. The last meeting in the EFL Cup saw United emerge victorious by a 2-0 margin in 2009. Fans can catch live streaming of the match in India through the FanCode app and website, although it will not be telecast on traditional TV channels in the region.