Premier League 2022-23: Manchester United vs Leicester City: Predicted lineup, injury news, head-to-head, telecast

The Red Devils host the Foxes at Old Trafford on Sunday

Manchester United are cooking under Erik Ten Hag. The Red Devils are third in the Premier League table with 46 points. United are also contenders alongside Arsenal and Manchester City to win the title. Moreover the club has found its form under Ten Hag. Manchester United first gained traction after beating Manchester City after quite a long time.

Leicester on the other hand are struggling ever since the 2022-23 season started. The Foxes have gained some points but are still very inconsistent. They are definitely on a confidence high after beating Spurs 4-1. As of now their only goal is to get as far away from the relegation zone.

Kick-off :

Sunday , 19-02-2023; 2:00 pm (GMT), 7:30 pm (IST)

Manchester United form ( All Competitions): W W D W D

Leicester City form ( All Competitions): L D W W W

Players To Watch

Manchester United: Marcus Rashford

The man in form , inspiration for many ,Marcus Rashford is Manchester United's best player right now. He is also surely the best player in form right now. Marcus is the topscorer for Manchester United this season as of now. Overall he has a tally of 22 goals and 8 assists in 35 games for Manchester United. Marcus just scored a goal against FC Barcelona as well in the Europa League. Moreover his goalscoring ability is not only his best attribute. Marcus is a great threat in attack and has the ability to beat players one on one as well.

Leicester City: Harvey Barnes

The 25 year old winger is a gem for Leicester City. Having scored 8 goals in 22 games for Leicester this season, he's bound to score more. This is a turning point for Barnes in his career. At his age ,he is apt and experienced enough to deliver consistently. If Harvey Barnes keeps on performing well then he can surely force a move to a big club.

Match Facts

• Leicester City are undefeated in their last two Premier League away games against Manchester United. The longest run was way back in 1972 and 1977.
• The Foxes have won their last two Premier League games despite conceding a goal first.
• The Red Devils have only lost just 3 out their last 21 Premiere League matches.

Team and Injury News

Manchester United are missing out on some players which are important for their squad depth. Donny Van De Beek , Christian Eriksen , Anthony Martial, Antony are confirmed absentees. Mctominay is a doubt whereas Casemiro is suspended.

After one of their most impressive wins this season against Tottenham Hotspurs, it is unlikely that Leicester City will make any changes. Tielemans can play but it depends heavily on his fitness. Jonny Evans is struggling with his injury. Even if he's likely to come back ,it is sure that Souttar and Faes will continue in defence.

Head-to-Head Stats

Matches - 19

Manchester United - 10

Leicester City - 4

Draws - 5

Predicted Line-ups

Manchester United predicted Line-up (4-2-3-1) :

De Gea; Malacia, Shaw, Varane, Dalot; Fred ,Sabitzer; Sancho, Weghorst, Fernandes; Rashford

Predicted Leicester City line-up (4-3-3):

Ward; Castagne, Souttar, Faes,  Kristiansen;  Tielemans , Dewsbury-Hall; Maddison; Tete,  Barnes, Ilheanacho

Match Prediction

Despite Leicester City gaining some momentum, Manchester United will have the better of them. Their recent performances clearly state that they are a great threat in attack.

Prediction: Manchester United 2-1 Leicester City

Telecast Details

India: Hotstar, Star Sports HD

UK: Sky Sports

USA: NBC Sport

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