Manchester United have gone two Premier League games without a win and sit 15th. Tonight they host Ipswich Town at Old Trafford. Ipswich hover near the relegation zone, making this a must-win fixture to arrest their slide.
Ruben Amorim needs a jolt. His side drew 2–2 from two goals down at Everton last time out, but three points are non‑negotiable now.
Expect three calculated changes as Ruben Amorim seeks balance, urgency, and control—tweaks in defence, midfield, and attack designed not just to steady the ship, but to reignite belief.
Andre Onana stays undisputed between the posts—no alternatives available.
At the back, a three‑man line-up likely features Harry Maguire and Matthijs de Ligt. But the surprise comes in the form of £52 million signing on a 5 year contract according to Sky sport news, Leny Yoro: agile, tall, composed, he could slot into the back three after recovering from injury.
In midfield, Casemiro may be dropped. Instead, Christian Eriksen could partner Manuel Ugarte in a double pivot—offering control and creativity after Ugarte’s strong showing at Everton.
Patrick Dorgu is likely to continue at left wing-back, while Diogo Dalot holds his right flank.
Up front, Bruno Fernandes drifts into a free‑role on the right of the attack. Alejandro Garnacho returns to the starting XI, replacing Joshua Zirkzee on the left, adding energy and unpredictability. Rasmus Højlund leads the line, chosen ahead of Zirkzee.
This XI reflects urgency. Youth and resilience at the back, fresh ideas in midfield, fluidity up top. United must respond—and fast.