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The Old Trafford will host a crucial Premier League clash as Manchester United welcome Southampton on Thursday, January 16, 2025, at 8 PM UK time. This match sees two struggling sides face off, with Manchester United sitting 13th in the table and Southampton rooted to the bottom with just 6 points from 20 games. United come into this match on the back of a penalty shootout victory over Arsenal in the FA Cup, while Southampton secured a 3-0 win over Swansea City in the same competition.

Manchester United are unbeaten in their last 15 Premier League meetings with Southampton, but they have drawn eight of those, including the last two at Old Trafford. Can United secure a much-needed win, or will Southampton pull off a shock result?

Team Analysis:

Manchester United:

Manchester United have endured a difficult season, sitting 13th in the table with 22 points from 20 games. Under Ruben Amorim, they have struggled for consistency, winning just one of their last seven league games. Their recent 2-2 draw with Liverpool and penalty shootout victory over Arsenal in the FA Cup provided some hope, but their league form remains a concern.

Key players like Bruno Fernandes, Rasmus Hojlund, and Alejandro Garnacho will need to step up if United are to secure a vital win. However, injuries to Luke Shaw, Mason Mount, and Victor Lindelof could weaken their squad. United’s home form has been poor, with three consecutive defeats at Old Trafford.

Southampton:

Southampton have been the worst team in the Premier League this season, sitting 20th in the table with just 6 points from 20 games. Under Ivan Juric, they have shown glimpses of improvement, but their recent 5-0 defeat to Brentford highlighted their struggles. Their 3-0 FA Cup win over Swansea City provided some respite, but they remain 10 points adrift of safety.

Key players like Tyler Dibling, Kamaldeen Sulemana, and Adam Armstrong will need to deliver if Southampton are to secure a positive result. However, their away form has been poor, with 17 consecutive Premier League away games without a win.

Head-to-Head and Past Encounters:

The rivalry between Manchester United and Southampton has been one-sided in recent years, with United unbeaten in their last 15 Premier League meetings. Southampton’s last victory over United came in 2016, with a 1-0 win at Old Trafford. The last meeting between the two sides ended in a 3-0 victory for United at St Mary’s in September 2024.

Prediction:

This match is finely balanced, with Manchester United’s home advantage and recent FA Cup win giving them hope. However, Southampton’s desperation for points makes them dangerous opponents. Expect a closely contested game, with United likely to edge it.

Goal.mu/Mauri.bet predicts: Manchester United 2-1 Southampton

Betting Tips:

• Both Teams to Score: Yes
• Over/Under 2.5 Goals: Over
• Anytime Goalscorer: Rasmus Hojlund (Manchester United)
• Hot Stat: Manchester United are unbeaten in their last 15 Premier League meetings with Southampton.

Possible Lineups:

Manchester United: Onana; De Ligt, Maguire, Martinez; Mazraoui, Ugarte, Mainoo, Malacia; Diallo, Fernandes; Hojlund
Southampton: Ramsdale; Harwood-Bellis, Bednarek, Wood; Bree, Ugochukwu, Fernandes, Walker-Peters; Dibling, Archer, Sulemana

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