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Updated August 25, 2023

Match Preview: Man United VS Forest - Prediction & Team News

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After a disappointing defeat against Tottenham Hotspur, Man United are desperate to get back in the winning track as they will host the Forest

Match Preview: Man United VS Forest - Prediction & Team News

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Man United's starting of their new campaign has been a bit shaky. They won the opening game against Wolverhampton Wanderers by a tiny 1-0 margin. But Manchester United suffered a humiliating defeat in their second game. They lost to Tottenham Hotspur in their second match by a 2-0 margin. Tomorrow, the Red Devils will host Nottingham Forest at Old Trafford. Like Man United, Nottingham Forest also won one and lost one from their first two games in the English Premier League.

Stats&Facts

The Old Trafford has been a fortress for Manchester United. Man United are unbeaten in their last 30 games at Old Trafford, which is the longest unbeaten record for the Red Devils since 2017. Erik Ten Hag never had a longer unbeaten run in his managerial career than this. Man United have a strong winning record at Old Trafford in recent times. They have won all their seven games at home. Manchester United have been a dominating side against their tomorrow's opponent, Nottingham Forest. They have won 10 of their last 10 meetings with Nottingham Forest. The Red Devils scored 36 goals in those matches and conceded only three. Last season, Man United played four games against the Forest in all competitions and secured all four victories. Nottingham Forest won only one of their last 12 meetings with Manchester United.

Team News

Man United manager Erik Ten Hag has to deal with new injury cases ahead of tomorrow's clash. Midfielder Mason Mount and Left-back Luke Shaw got injured and will miss the game tomorrow. Therefore, Christian Eriksen is the favorite to replace Mason Mount. Diego Dalot could play in Luke Shaw's position. However, Man United's summer signing Rasmus Hojlund is not ready yet. He has returned to the training, but tomorrow's game comes too soon for the Denmark International. So, Marcus Rashford will continue leading the front for the Red Devils, while Anthony Martial might get some time against the Forest. As for Nottingham Forest, they will miss the service of Giulian Biancone, Wayne Hennessey Omar Richards, and Ola Aina due to injuries. However, defender Filipe has returned to the training, but he is not fit enough for tomorrow's match. Manchester United possible starting lineup: Onana; Wan-Bissaka, Varane, Martinez, Dalot; Fernandes, Casemiro, Eriksen; Antony, Rashford, Sancho Nottingham Forest possible starting lineup: Turner; Boly, Worrall, McKenna; Aurier, Danilo, Yates, Williams; Johnson, Gibbs-White; Awoniyi

Prediction: Man United 2-0 Forest

Man United's home records are insane. They are unstoppable at Old Trafford. As they will host the Forest at Old Trafford, their winning chance is very high. Man United need a boost after the disappointing defeat against Tottenham Hotspur.

Betfair Odds

Man United: 1.32 Draw: 5.94 Nottingham: 10.03

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