Ruben Amorim will take charge of Man United for the first time this weekend, as the Red Devils travel to Portman Road to take on Ipswich.
The Red Devils have won three from four since Erik ten Hag’s departure, and a recent win over Leicester in the Premier League means that United sit just four points off the Champions League positions.
Ipswich will be full of confidence after landing a shock win at Tottenham before the international break.
Their first win in the Premier League since returning to the top flight lifted them out of the relegation places. However, they will likely be the outside bet once again against Man United this weekend.
Odds
Man United will be an odds-on chance to make a winning start under Amorim this weekend. Ipswich are the outside bet on the moneyline at +430.
| Match Result | Odds |
|---|---|
| Ipswich | +430 |
| Draw | +328 |
| Man United | -158 |
United Unbeaten in Last Five Against Tractor Boys
| Total | Ipswich | Man United | Draws | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Games | 5 | 0 | 4 | 1 |
| Premier League Games | 4 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| Goals | 12 | 1 | 11 |
Ipswich haven’t recorded a league win against the Red Devils since September 1994. Since then, United have recorded five wins in the last seven meetings.
However, this will be the first clash between the sides since United recorded a 3-0 home win in the EFL Cup in September 2015.
🚨⚽ TIP: Under 3.0 Goals @ -120
Ipswich vs. Man United Key Stats
- Liam Delap has scored 50% of Ipswich’s goals in the Premier League this season.
- Ipswich’s win at Tottenham marked their first success in the top-flight since a win over Middlesborough in April 2002.
- Man United are unbeaten in their last 19 matches against promoted sides; taking 53 points from a possible 57.
Ipswich Team News
The Tractor Boys will be without Jack Taylor, Chiedozie Ogbene, and Jacob Greeves this weekend. Nathan Broadhead and Wes Burns are both doubts. Kalvin Phillips is pushing for a recall.
Possible Lineup
Arijanit Muric (GK); Axel Tuanzebe, Dara O’Shea, Cameron Burgess, Leif Davis, Sam Morsy, Kalvin Phillips, Jack Clarke, Omari Hutchinson, Sammie Szmodics, Liam Delap
Man United Team News
United’s tactical approach in Amorim’s first match will be fascinating, as a change to a back three is likely. The Red Devils could welcome back a number of stars, with Kobbie Mainoo, Tyrell Malacia, and Leny Yoro all back in training. Luke Shaw may be fit enough for a place on the bench.
Possible Lineup
Andre Onana (GK); Leny Yoro, Jonny Evans, Lisandro Martinez, Diogo Dalot, Kobbie Mainoo, Manuel Ugarte, Tyrell Malacia, Amad Diallo, Bruno Fernandes, Marcus Rashford
Ipswich vs. Man United Prediction
Amorim will learn a lot more about his Man United team on Sunday, but this appears to be an excellent opportunity to get off to a winning start.
Ipswich look good value to score this weekend, but United’s front line could click in this new look 3-4-2-1 formation. Therefore, the preference is for the Red Devils.
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