England Premier League
Monday 13th July 2020
Kick off at 8pm BST
Venue: Old Trafford
Match Preview:
What would be the odds of Southampton beating both Manchester teams in such a short space of time? Many were stunned when the Saints recorded a 1-0 win over Manchester City last week, although they were at home.
Southampton don’t have too much to play for, Europe is close by but there are so many teams inbetween going for the same goal. However they can come to Old Trafford and try and enjoy themselves and for once at least they can play with freedom not thinking about relegation.
Manchester United could be heading for Champions League football next season, even if they just fall short of a top 4 place, Manchester City could yet be thrown out of Europe following their appeal which will be revealed soon.
But United have been in very good form and they have the 3rd best home record in the league only behind Liverpool and Manchester City. They have won 35 points from a possible 51 here and have won their last 4 games in a row.
In terms of motivation, it's all for Man Utd, especially after both Chelsea and Leicester lost this weekend, meaning if Manchester Utd win this game they will jump into 3rd position in the league on 61 points.
Team News:
Manchester United: With no new injuries or suspensions, it is expected an unchanged starting lineup will be named.
Southampton: Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg is now fit to return to the starting lineup.
Man Utd vs Southampton Head to Head:
Earlier in the season the teams drew 1-1.
Last season proved to be an entertaining 5 goal thriller when Manchester United came out 3-2 winners.
3 of the last 4 league meetings have ended in draws.
There is a 70% chance to see under 2.5 goals.
Man Utd vs Southampton Prediction:
We have no doubts that Manchester United will get all three points here but at the same time Southampton will not just roll over. United could get 3 goals easy, one brilliant aspect of the side since the restart has been their abundance of goals, reflecting what it was like under Sir Alex Ferguson’s guidance.
Southampton have been one of those teams in the past who have taken points from United when least expected, but with the Red Devils going for a Champions League spot we think they can push on. There are goals all over this team and that is the frightening reality for any opponent. The Saints will just be happy to try and keep the score down and enjoy their football, they have done all the hard work to stay up a long time ago.
Man Utd vs Southampton Betting Tips:
Half time result (Man Utd) at 1.80
Anytime goalscorer: Mason Greenwood at 2.05
Total goals (Over 2.5) at 1.57
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