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Despite a challenging season that saw them finish outside the top four in the Premier League, Manchester United are set to compete in the Europa League once again, as they face FC Twente tonight.
The Red Devils secured their spot in the competition after winning the FA Cup final against rivals Manchester City in May.
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Under the leadership of Dutch manager Erik ten Hag, United have had a mixed start to the new campaign.
They’ve registered three wins, three losses, and one draw across all competitions.
After impressive victories over Southampton (3-0) and Barnsley (7-0), they were held to a goalless draw by Crystal Palace in the Premier League on Saturday.
Ten Hag is gearing up for the Europa League opener against his beloved Twente—a club he grew up supporting and represented three times during his playing career between 1989 and 2002.
Following Wednesday’s match, Manchester United will face seven more Europa League fixtures in the newly expanded 36-team competition.
Their opponents include Porto, Jose Mourinho’s Fenerbahce, PAOK, Bodo/Glimt, Viktoria Plzen, Rangers, and FCSB.
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Boasting a strong home record in the Europa League, with just one loss in their last 24 matches at Old Trafford, the Red Devils are confident heading into matchday one against Twente.
They are among the favorites to go all the way and clinch the Europa League title for the second time since their triumph in the 2016-17 season.
Manchester United Team News
Manchester United are currently managing several injury concerns, although the situation isn’t as bad as it was last season.
Summer signing Leny Yoro (foot) and Luke Shaw (calf) remain sidelined.
Tyrell Malacia (knee) and Victor Lindelof (toe) have resumed first-team training but are doubtful for the upcoming match and will be assessed ahead of kickoff.
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Securing three consecutive clean sheets, Ten Hag may stick with his current defense. In midfield, Manuel Ugarte could start at the expense of Christian Eriksen.
Marcus Rashford is pushing for a return to the starting lineup after being unexpectedly benched against Crystal Palace, especially after scoring three goals in two games prior.
The competition for spots on the flanks is fierce, with Alejandro Garnacho, Amad Diallo, and Antony all vying for starts.
Up front, Joshua Zirkzee may continue to lead the attack as Ten Hag gradually integrates Rasmus Hojlund into the first-team setup.
Predicted Manchester United Starting Lineup:
Onana; Mazraoui, De Ligt, Martinez, Dalot; Ugarte, Mainoo; Garnacho, Fernandes, Rashford; Zirkzee
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