It's only the fourth game of their season and still August, but Manchester United and Ruben Amorim are already in win or bust territory as they take on Burnley at Old Trafford.
After the horror show of last season, a good start was needed by the United boss. Instead, he's gained one point from two Premier League games, and then suffered the ignominy of a shambolic and deserved penalty shootout loss to Grimsby Town in the Carabao Cup.
Nothing but three points against the newly promoted Clarets will suffice, but Scott Parker and his side will be confident of causing an upset against the ailing Red Devils.
The Sporting News previews a game with so much on the line.
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Manchester United vs. Burnley prediction
United and Amorim absolutely have to win, and really should against Burnley. There could be a scare or two along the way, but back them to steady themselves for the time being.
United are 4/11 favourites with Sky Bet, with Burnley back at at 13/2. The draw is 19/5.
The Sporting News' Score Prediction: Manchester United 3-1 Burnley
- Manchester United to beat Burnley at Old Trafford is given a 73.3% probability by Sky Bet.
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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 Sky Bet, 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.
Manchester United vs. Burnley Bet Builder tips
Our bet builder for this game is United to win with a -1 handicap, both teams to score, over 3.5 goals and Matheus Cunha to get off the mark in red. That is currently over 16/1 with Bet365.
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How to watch Manchester United vs. Burnley: Live stream, TV channel
- Date: Saturday, August 30
- Venue: Old Trafford
- Time: 3:00 p.m. BST
- TV/Stream: Not televised in the UK