A win against West Ham United can turn this poor season into a respectable one. Manchester United are almost there to bounce over Manchester City, sending them to Europa League next season. It will be funny to see Guardiola managing a team not participating in the Champions League though. That’s what should be the motivation of the players at the Boleyn Ground in the Premier League clash.

The Hammers can make it a tough night for Manchester United, given their performance this season.

Slaven Bilic’s side will also be out for revenge after the Reds’ FA Cup quarter finals replay win last month.

Louis Van Gaal will be looking to imply his best possible tactics (not kidding) in today’s match as it can help him keep his position at Old Trafford for another year.

Team News:

 The young French star, Anthony Martial will be missing out on today’s game due to an injury. A very heavy blow for the Red Devils.

Luke Shaw and Bastian Schweinsteiger still remain out due to injuries. Wonder when they’ll be back.

Marouane Fellaini will miss out the fixture again due to his three match suspension.

There are doubts over Matteo Darmian’s participation after he hurt his ankle at the weekend.

Facts:

 Red Devils have lost none of their last fourteen Premier League games against West Ham United.

Manchester United have lost only once in their last seven in the Premier League.

West Ham’s star player, Payet has been involved in nine goals in his last 11 Premier League games.

The Hammers have failed to score in eight of their last 13 BPL matches against Manchester United.

Tactics:

As we know, all United need is a win to set fire to the most of the criticism. Van Gaal’s men will be aiming to be as offensive as they can be in today’s match. Three points is all the Red Devils can afford to settle for at the moment. Playing Juan Mata as the winger has somehow turned beneficial for the team, as it results in more balls being distributed inside the box and that too more accurately. Wayne Rooney in his reputable no.10 form can be pull backwards to do his business as usual and putting Rashford back as the man ahead to finish the chances despite him struggling to move comfortably inside West Ham’s box, facing a physically stronger side.

Key Player: Wayne Rooney

The Skipper has been in a tremendous form since his return. He has been witnessed rising up to the occasion in games like this. He has scored 11 games in 15 Premier League appearances against the Hammers for Manchester United. It won’t be a surprise if he manages to get a goal or an assist to his name today as well.

Follow Match

Venue: Boleyn Ground

Kick Off: 19:45 BST ( 00:15 IST)

Live On: Star Sports 2 (India)

Referee: Mike Dean