Viktoria Plzen vs Manchester United Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

Both sides share the same points after five fixtures.

Manchester United will take a trip to the Czech Republic for their sixth UEFA Europa League (UEL) clash against Viktoria Plzen. This game promises to be a captivating affair because both sides are level on points and are willing to move up the points table. United have failed to build upon their brilliant start under their new head coach. Ruben Amorim will look to put a new tactical master plan in place after losing two back-to-back games last week and bounce back to winning ways.

Viktoria Plzen on the other hand will want to rewrite history and clinch their first-ever win against an English side having failed to do so in two previous attempts. The Viktorka have enjoyed a sublime run of form coming into this fixture. They have remained undefeated in all of their last eight games, including seven wins. With nine points from two wins and three draws, they are yet to concede a defeat in the competition. 

Kick Off

Thursday, December 12, 11:15 PM IST

Venue: Doosan Arena

Form

Viktoria Plzen (in all competitions): W-D-W-W-W

Manchester United (in all competitions): L-L-W-W-D

Players to watch 

Pavel Šulc (Viktoria Plzen)

The 23-year-old attacker is one of the most influential and in-form players for Viktoria Plzen coming into this game. He has been firing on all cylinders and is his side’s top scorer in the competition. Sulc is known for his agility, work rate and versatility on the pitch.

The forward primarily operates as an attacking midfielder, but can also slot in as a winger or a central midfielder as and when required. He has notched up 10 goals and six assists for his side this season and will be looking to add more to his tally. 

Amad Diallo (Manchester United)

Amad Diallo has been a treat to watch under new manager Ruben Amorim. The Abidjan-born player has made it to the headlines with his consistent and impactful performances on the left flank. Diallo possesses a lot of potential and has everything that it takes to make it big in Europe.

He adds a lot of depth and flair to United’s attacking unit with his pace and attacking prowess. The 22-year-old has racked up three goals and six assists for the Red Devils across all competitions.

Amad Diallo, what a player.😮‍💨🇨🇮✨pic.twitter.com/T7pX4D0vc3

— UtdDistrict (@UtdDistrict) December 9, 2024

Match facts

• Manchester United have never won an away game against a Czech side
• Viktoria Plzen have never won a game against an English opposition
• This will be the first game between the two sides

Viktoria Plzen vs Manchester United: Betting tips and Odds

• Tip 1: Manchester United to win – 4/7 by Betfair
• Tip 2: Marcus Rashford to score anytime – 2/1 by Bet365
• Tip 3: Both teams to score – 3/4 by Betway

Injury & Team News

Victor Lindelof, Luke Shaw and Jonny Evans will remain unavailable for Manchester United while the hosts are expected to have a fully fit squad available for selection.

Head-to-head

Both teams have never faced each other in the past.

Predicted Line-up 

Viktoria Plzen (3-4-2-1)

Jedlicka (GK); Dweh, Markovic, Jamelka; Havel, Kalvach, Cerv, Souare; Jirka, Sulc; Vydra

Manchester United (3-4-2-1)

Onana (GK); Mazraoui, de Ligt, Martinez; Diallo, Ugarte, Casemiro, Dalot; Rashford, Fernandes; Zirkzee

Prediction for Viktoria Plzen vs Manchester United

This is an evenly poised clash considering the position of both the teams on the table, but we expect this game to go Manchester United’s way.

Prediction: Viktoria Plzen 1-2 Manchester United

Telecast for Viktoria Plzen vs Manchester United

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