Manchester United vs Aston Villa Preview, prediction, injury news & lineups | Premier League 2026-27
The Red Devils are out of the relegation zone narrowly due to goal difference.
In the Northern powerhouse that birthed the modern working world, the Old Trafford Stadium in Manchester, United Kingdom, gears up to host Matchweek 10 of the Premier League. Home team Manchester United and Aston Villa lock horns in what is set to be a thrilling clash.
The Red Devils are languishing near the relegation zone after clinching just one win in nine games so far. They have won just one game in their last five matches. They are coming off defeats to Chelsea, Bournemouth and Como recently.
They are outside the relegation zone on the basis of just the goal difference. Scoring goals has not been easy for Carrick’s side as they failed to score in four of their nine matches. They have won their last five home meetings with Villa, and they will be keen to replicate their brilliant run.
Villa find themselves mid-table in tenth spot with 12 points in nine games. After wins over Viking and Man City, they are winless in their last three games and are coming off defeats to Barcelona and Bournemouth recently.
They are unbeaten so far in their last five Premier League games. Their track record at Old Trafford is a bit concerning. Unai Emery will be keen to change the statistics in the upcoming game.
Kick-off:
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- Location: Manchester, United Kingdom
- Stadium: Old Trafford
- Kick-off time: 10:00 pm IST
- Date: Sunday, November 8
- Referee: Chris Kavanagh
- VAR: In use
Form:
Man Utd (in all competitions): W-L-L-L-D
Aston Villa (in all competitions): L-D-L-W-W
Players to Watch
Matheus Cunha (Manchester United)
Cunha brought Old Trafford to its feet after scoring two late goals in quick succession against Roma before being sent off. In nine games, the Brazilian striker has scored a goal and has given two assists.
His last and only Premier League goal came against Spurs in a 1-1 draw. Michael Carrick’s side are in dire need of a win to save their season before it’s too late to compete for a continental spot. Villa often play with one of the most aggressive offside traps. Cunha will be tasked with dragging central defenders out of position.
Johan Manzambi (Aston Villa)
The Swiss midfielder has been in red-hot form for the Birmingham outfit. In six games, he has five goal contributions, including two goals and three assists. He gave an assist to Nicolas Jackson in the last Premier League fixture against Fulham.
Manchester United’s double pivot often gets pulled out of position when tracking wide overloads. Manzambi’s runs through the centre can open the gaps between United’s midfield and centre-backs.
Match Facts
- Villa won only once in the last eight meetings between these sides.
- Jack Rowley has been the highest goalscorer in this fixture.
- The last meetings between these sides saw Villa winning 2-1
Manchester United vs Aston Villa: Betting Tips and Odds
- Match to end in a draw – 13/5 with bet365
- Nicolas Jackson to score – 7/4 with bet365
- Manchester United 2-2 Aston Villa- 11/1 with bet365
Injury and Team News
For the hosts, Lisandro Martinez is suspended. Luke Shaw, Baleba, Benjamin Sesko and Marcus Rashford are out due to injury concerns.
Aston Villa will miss the presence of Wan Bissaka, Matty Cash and Matteo Ruggeri for the next game.
Head-to-Head
Total games: 197
Man Utd won: 105
Aston Villa won: 50
Matches drawn: 42
Predicted Lineups
Man United predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)
Senne Lammens (GK); Diogo Dalot, Ayden Heaven, Matthijs de Ligt, Leny Yoro; Kobbie Mainoo, Youri Tielemans; Matheus Cunha, Bruno Fernandes, Amad Diallo; Bryan Mbeumo
Aston Villa predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)
Zion Suzuki (GK); Victor Lindelöf, Tyrone Mings, Pau Torres, Ian Maatsen; João Gomes, Boubacar Kamara; John McGinn, Malik Manzambi, Emiliano Buendía; Nicolas Jackson.
Match Prediction
We expect this game to be a heated affair between two sides eyeing to get back to winning ways in the English top tier. We expect the match to end in a thrilling 2-2 draw with Jackson scoring a brace for the away side.
Prediction: Manchester United 2-2 Aston Villa
Telecast Details
India: JioHotstar, Star Sports Network
UK: Sky Sports
USA: NBC Sports, Universo
Nigeria: SuperSport, Canal+
When and where is the Manchester United vs Aston Villa match?
The match will be played at Old Trafford Stadium, Manchester, on Sunday, November 8, at 10 p.m. IST.
Where and how to watch the Manchester United vs Aston Villa match in India?
The match can be streamed on JioHotstar in India.
Where and how to watch the Manchester United vs Aston Villa match in the UK?
The match can be streamed on Sky Sports in the UK.
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