It's only the fourth game of the season, but Manchester United and Ruben Amorim are already facing a must-win match when they face Burnley at Old Trafford.
After a hugely disappointing finish last season, Amorim really needed a good start this year. but he's actually gained just one point from two Premier League games, and then suffered a chaotic penalty shootout loss to Grimsby Town in the EFL Cup in midweek.
Now, only a win against the newly promoted Burnley will be enough, but Scott Parker's team will be confident of causing an upset.
The Sporting News previews a game with lots of pressure.
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Manchester United vs. Burnley prediction
United and Amorim absolutely have to win, and really should against Burnley.
United are 1.35 favourites with Melbet, with Burnley back at at 8.4. The draw is 5.05.
The Sporting News' Score Prediction: Manchester United 3-1 Burnley
- Manchester United to beat Burnley at Old Trafford is given a 74.1% probability by Melbet.
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Manchester United vs. Burnley expected lineups
Here's how we think these two sides will line up at the Old Trafford.
Manchester United lineup (3-4-3, right to left)
- Bayindir (GK) — Yoro, de Ligt, Shaw — Amad, Fernandes, Casemiro, Dorgu — Mbeumo, Cunha, Sesko
Injured: Noussair Mazraoui, Lisandro Martinez
Suspended: None
Burnley lineup (4-2-3-1, right to left)
- Dubravka (GK) — Walker, Ekdal, Esteve, Hartman — Ugochukwu, Cullen — Larsen, Hannibal, Anthony — Foster
Injured: Benson Manuel, Bashir Humphreys, Jordan Beyer, Zeki Amdouni, Armando Broja, Connor Roberts
Suspended: None
Manchester United vs. Burnley latest odds, correct score betting
Our 3-1 prediction is at good odds with Dafabet, but there are plenty of other possible score lines that are worth looking at for this one. Here's a look at some of the most likely outcomes according to the bookmakers.
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Manchester United vs. Burnley team news
- Benjamin Sesko made his first start for United in the abysmal loss at Grimsby, and should keep his spot here.
- It's hard to see any other changes for United from the draw at Fulham, with very few players putting their hands up at Blundell Park.
- Hannibal Mejbri will start against his former side, while ex-Man City skipper Kyle Walker will be looking for another win at Old Trafford.
How to watch Manchester United vs. Burnley: Live stream, TV channel in India
- Date: Saturday, August 30
- Venue: Old Trafford
- Time: 7:30 p.m. IST
- TV/Stream: Star Sports Select