Sir Alex Ferguson’s troops will look to continue their winning trend against the Baggies this weekend, when the two sides face off at Old Trafford.
Form Guide:
Manchester United:
The Red Devils have been firing on all cylinders and with only one draw in their last couple of games, the 19-time English champions are well on their way to secure top spot in the Premiership once again.
Ferguson opted for his strongest line-up without Wayne Rooney in the last game and still managed to come out on top against Newcastle United following a scintillating game at the Theatre of Dreams.
That result was followed by a tepid draw at the Liberty Stadium and has concluded a month in which they have scored several late goals to seal three points.
Fergie will be hoping that his boys don’t leave it late once again when West Brom come to visit on Saturday.
West Brom:
One of the surprise packages to have taken the English top flight by storm, the Baggies have impressively showcased attacking football this term and with their current string of results they could be heading for a season in Europe.
Steve Clarke has managed to transform the side into genuine contenders for a mid-table finish and with an array of attacking talent at his disposal, United will need to keep their defence at bay if they are to secure three points against them.
Team News:
Manchester United:
Manager Sir http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Nani-c27299 currently out injured, the Scot will turn to the likes of Ryan
Giggs and Javier Hernandez to lead the line once more.
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Danny-Welbeck-c10233 could also be given a chance to shine following an impressive goal tally, but the wing will pose a bigger problem, especially with Giggs having played there earlier against Newcastle United.
Defence could also see some changes, with http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Nemanja-Vidic-c27550 expected to start after sitting out the earlier game at Old Trafford.
Besides this, the team will remain the same, with http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/David-de-Gea-c10463 set to retain his position despite being below-par against the Magpies.
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Antonio-Valencia-c6345 will possibly be on the wings alongside Giggs.
Robin Van Persie and Javier Hernandez will look to lead the line after scoring a goal a piece last time out.
Ferguson was wary of the injury problems his side are facing, but hoped that some of the players could make their return on the weekend.
"We couldn't risk http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Vida-c40888 after playing his first game. He had a bit of soreness in his knee, which is only to be expected after being out for so long,” he said.
He also added that Rooney’s injury will keep him out for the next 3-4 weeks, but he will be able rely on other players coming through in the next few days.
“It was a volley towards the end of training. He did a ligament at the back of his knee and could be out for two to three weeks. After his performance on Sunday I think he would have been brilliant today. You don't have two performances like he did on Sunday.
Unfortunately we couldn't risk him.”
West Brom:
With no real injury worries, Steve Clarke will be looking to place a strong side for the trip to Manchester, which has become the footballing capital of http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/England-c749 in the last few seasons.
Key Players:
Manchester United: http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Robin-van-Persie-c31380
The Dutchman has been inspiration for Sir Alex Ferguson’s side and will look to continue that trend when West Brom come to play.
West Brom: Shane Long
The attacker is the main leader in Albion’s frontline and will be the one to score goals for his team.
Author Prediction:
Manchester United 3-1 West Brom
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