Predicted Manchester United XI vs St-Etienne
Manchester United have been in great form and they have closed the Europa League Round of 32 down quickly, with a deserved 3-0 victory in the first leg against St-Etienne. There is a good chance that the fringe players may get to start the second leg on Wednesday evening. However, Mourinho might not field a weak team and risk losing the advantage.
Some key players may get some rest ahead of the EFL Cup final against Southampton. United’s squad depth is commendable and Jose Mourinho has used all the players really well and has kept everyone on their toes.
Here’s the predicted line-up of Manchester United against St-Etienne:
Formation 4-2-3-1
Goalkeeper – Sergio Romero
Romero has done well whenever he’s been given a chance and he might well start again against St-Etienne after a fine display in the first leg.
Right back- Ashley Young
Young deputised at the right back position for Valencia and did commendably well, showcasing his versatility. He might continue doing so on Wednesday as well.
Centre half – Chris Smalling
Smalling is slowly gaining momentum and Mourinho wouldn’t want to disrupt it. He will let him flow once again.
Centre half – Marcos Rojo
Rojo is most likely to partner Smalling at the back.
Left back – Luke Shaw
Luke Shaw might get a rare start, given that United already have a 3-goal advantage.
Central Midfield – Michael Carrick
Carrick will most probably wear the captain’s armband on Wednesday and will play the second leg against the French club.
Central Midfield – Bastian Schweinsteiger
Schweinsteiger was included in the Europa League by Jose Mourinho and he might make an appearance for Manchester United in Europe.
Attacking midfield – Mata
Juan Mata might start against St-Etienne and continue being impactful for the English giants.
Right wing – Jesse Lingard
Jesse Lingard puts on good displays whenever he gets a chance, and that might be the case once again on Wednesday.
Left wing – Anthony Martial
Martial has been on fire of late and he is almost a certain starter for United in this game.
Striker – Marcus Rashford
Marcus Rashford was brilliant in the first leg and his pace was a menacing threat for St-Etienne. He scored a fine goal and might get to start again in this fixture.
What do you think United fans?