7M - Preview: Manchester United vs Tottenham Hotspur - Prediction, Team News, Lineups

Manchester United aim for their fourth straight win under interim manager Michael Carrick as they host Tottenham Hotspur at Old Trafford this Saturday.

This match marks the first meeting since August, when Matthijs de Ligt scored a late equalizer for United in a 2-2 draw.

Match Preview

United has seen a resurgence under Carrick, claiming nine points from three matches and extending their unbeaten Premier League run to seven games (W4 D3). Recent triumphs over Arsenal and Manchester City culminated in a dramatic 3-2 win against Fulham, with Benjamin Sesko scoring a late winner.

United remains unbeaten when having less possession, with seven wins from nine matches this season (W7 D2). They currently sit fourth in the league, just ahead of Chelsea and Liverpool. A win would allow United to surpass last season's total of 42 points.

However, success against Tottenham has eluded them, as they are winless in their last six league encounters with Spurs (D3 L3).

Tottenham has struggled at home this season and enters this match winless in their last six Premier League games (D4 L2), placing them 14th in the table. Despite this, they remain unbeaten in their last eight matches against United across all competitions, including a 3-0 victory at Old Trafford last season.

Team News

For Manchester United, Patrick Dorgu and De Ligt are injured, and Mason Mount is sidelined with a training knock. Carrick is likely to stick with his successful lineup but may recall Sesko after his impactful substitute appearance.

For Tottenham, James Maddison and Dejan Kulusevski are unavailable due to injuries, while Solanke and Cristian Romero are expected to return.

Possible Starting Lineups

Manchester United: Lammens; Dalot, Maguire, Martinez, Shaw; Casemiro, Mainoo; Diallo, Fernandes, Cunha; Mbeumo

Tottenham Hotspur: Vicario; Spence, Romero, Van de Ven, Udogie; Bissouma, Gallagher; Odobert, Simons, Kolo Muani; Solanke

Prediction: Manchester United 3-1 Tottenham

We predict Manchester United will win 3-1 against Tottenham. Spurs have struggled defensively this season, making a strong start crucial for them. Given United's form, they are the favorites to secure the win.