Premier League Preview: Manchester United vs Tottenham Hotspur

Manchester United is set to host Tottenham Hotspur in a highly anticipated Premier League match on September 29, 2024. The fixture, to be held at Old Trafford, is significant for both sides as they aim to push into the top six of the league standings, each currently standing with seven points.

Tottenham enters the game with momentum following a 3-1 victory over Brentford, where midfielder James Maddison played a pivotal role. In contrast, Manchester United was left frustrated by a goalless draw against Crystal Palace, failing to capitalize on multiple scoring opportunities.

Historically, Manchester United has had the upper hand in head-to-head encounters with Spurs, securing 96 wins out of their 201 meetings. Tottenham has emerged victorious in 54 of these matches, with 51 games ending in draws.

In their most recent encounters, Manchester United holds the advantage with two wins, two draws, and one loss to Spurs in their last five clashes.

On the team front, Manchester United anticipates the return of key players like Rasmus Hojlund and Mason Mount, who have recently seen some game time. Manager Erik ten Hag may contemplate deploying Marcus Rashford despite previous uncertainties.

Tottenham, under the guidance of Ange Postecoglou, is likely to retain the winning lineup from their last match. However, they will be without the injured Richarlison and Wilson Odobert.

Both teams have standout players to watch. Manchester United will depend heavily on midfielder Bruno Fernandes to deliver at home, while Tottenham’s hopes rest on Maddison’s creativity in the midfield.

The match is scheduled to commence at 9:00 PM IST and will be broadcast live on the Star Sports network in India, with streaming available on Disney+ Hotstar.