Manchester United are brimming with confidence as they prepare to face Tottenham in the Premier League. Amad Diallo expressed the team’s belief in their manager and system.
United recently drew 2-2 with Nottingham Forest, extending their unbeaten streak to four games. They currently sit eighth in the league with 17 points, but a win against Spurs could propel them to second place.
Tottenham, who are two places above United on the same points, will host the Red Devils for the first time since defeating them in the Europa League final. Spurs had a challenging week, exiting the EFL Cup after losing to Newcastle and suffering a narrow defeat to Chelsea. However, they bounced back with a 4-0 Champions League victory over Copenhagen.
Bruno Fernandes remains crucial for Manchester United. Since his debut in February 2020, he has provided 53 Premier League assists, trailing only Mohamed Salah and Kevin De Bruyne. Fernandes aims to assist in three consecutive away games for the first time since November 2020.
Mohammed Kudus is a player to watch for Tottenham. Despite an injury concern, he has been pivotal this season. In their recent loss to Chelsea, Kudus was responsible for all of Spurs’ shots on target and led in touches inside the box and crosses.
Thomas Frank praised Randal Kolo Muani’s performance against Copenhagen despite not scoring. “I think he’s just taking steps in the right direction,” Frank said. He believes Muani is improving fitness-wise and remains a significant threat on the pitch.
Amad Diallo highlighted Manchester United’s growing confidence under Ruben Amorim’s leadership. “We believe in the manager like he believes in us,” Diallo stated. The team views each match as a final as they strive for top-level performance.
Match Prediction and Statistics
The upcoming clash promises excitement as both teams aim to improve their standings. Tottenham completed a league double over United last season and seek a third consecutive win against them since 1959/1960. Despite being favourites, Spurs have lost more home matches than any other team this year.
United have been prolific in attack, ranking second only to Liverpool for shots taken this season. They are also tied for most efforts on target, suggesting a competitive match ahead despite predictions favouring Spurs.
The Opta Win Probability gives Tottenham a 47.5% chance of winning compared to Manchester United’s 26.4%, with a draw at 26.2%. This suggests that while Spurs are favoured, United’s recent form makes them formidable opponents.
This encounter between two ambitious teams could be pivotal for their seasons. Both sides have shown resilience recently, setting up an intriguing battle at Tottenham’s home ground.