The official team news has landed ahead of the highly anticipated Premier League fixture between Manchester United and Everton, confirming the starting elevens for both sides.
Manchester United's Chosen XI
Erik ten Hag has selected a strong side for this encounter. Between the posts will be Lammens, with a defensive line consisting of Yoro, de Ligt, Shaw, and Mazraoui. The midfield is anchored by Casemiro and skipper Fernandes, with Dorgu also in the engine room. The attacking impetus will come from Diallo and Mbeumo, supporting striker Zirkzee.
The substitutes available for United are Bayindir, Dalot, Martinez, Mount, Malacia, Ugarte, Heaven, Mainoo, and Lacey, offering significant options from the bench.
Everton's Line-Up and Squad Depth
Under the guidance of Sean Dyche, Everton will start with Pickford in goal. Their defence features Garner, Tarkowski, Keane, and Mykolenko. The midfield battle will be led by Coleman, Gueye, Ndiaye, and Dewsbury-Hall, while the creative and goal-scoring responsibilities fall to Grealish and Barry.
Everton's bench boasts players such as Travers, King, McNeil, Beto, O’Brien, Dibling, Alcaraz, Aznou, and Iroegbunam, providing Dyche with various tactical alternatives if needed.
What This Means for the Match
These confirmed teams set the stage for a fascinating tactical battle. The inclusion of key players like Bruno Fernandes for United and Jack Grealish for Everton highlights the attacking quality both managers are relying on. The depth on both benches suggests this could be a game decided by impactful substitutions as the match progresses.
