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Manchester United visit the East Midlands at the top after once again reaching the Carabao Cup semi-finals in the middle of the week, while Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s team also thrashed Leeds 6-2 in the first match of the all-time high. category between the two fierce rivals in 16 years. .
The Red Devils, now in third place in the table and just five points behind leader Liverpool with a game in hand, are day-out specialists and have won a staggering 14 straight road matches in all competitions, although they likely do. face a tough test against Leicester this afternoon.
Brendan Rodgers’ men, boosted by Jamie Vardy’s fitness, currently sit one point ahead of United in second place after bouncing back from the loss to Everton with a well-deserved win at Tottenham last weekend. .
However, four of their five league losses so far this season have come at home, a record the visitors will be happy to exploit if they get the chance.
With kickoff scheduled for 12.30pm GMT, follow all the match and cumulative action live with the Standard Sport blog below.
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Rodgers warns against canceling Manchester United
Obviously, a lot of people still don’t consider this Manchester United side a true title contender, even though they would move second and just two points behind leaders Liverpool with another away win today.
However, Leicester boss Brendan Rodgers thinks it would be foolish to rule out his chances.
“Yes absolutely. Sometimes there is a narrative around Manchester United, the big clubs have high expectations, if you lose a game it is a disaster,” he said. “They will be disappointed to come out of the Champions League because history has been built on the great successes they have had in Europe.
“But we’re not even halfway there, they’ve played 13 games and it’s a club that is expected to be up there. It’s a long season.”
Solskjaer on the threats from Leicester
It seems that Solskjaer is anticipating an open competition today between two teams in their prime when he sets up to counter away from home …
Well, there are different qualities in different players and you know with the rhythm of [Jamie] Vardy, maybe [Harvey] Barnes and the quality of the forwards [they can cause you problems]”he told MUTV.
“On the other hand, we have some fast players who will be ready for the game. If it is an open game, so be it, but you have to defend very well against their strengths.”
Solskjaer: Man United ready for a tough test
United have lost only in one of their 14 previous Premier League visits to King Power Stadium, a 3-1 capitulation to lose 5-3 to Louis van Gaal in September 2014.
In fact, the Red Devils have a very strong record against Leicester overall (unbeaten in last 11 games), with a 2-0 win in July thanks to goals from Bruno Fernandes and Jesse Lingard that secured a spot in the Champions League at the expense of their opponents. .
“We are ready for the game,” Solskjaer said before the Boxing Day clash. “We have scored points, we are improving in the league. So are they. We have good memories of last year when we played them in the last league game, when we needed a point.
“We will go into the game confident, but always humble and knowing that they have quality players and quality structure and tactics. The things that they can bother you with, we really have to be aware of that.”
Man United expected lineup
This is how Standard Sport sees Manchester United taking shape today, with a host of players set to return to Solskjaer’s starting eleven after having rested for the Carabao Cup victory at Everton …
Man Utd predicted XI (4-2-3-1): De Gea; Shaw, Maguire, Lindelof, Wan-Bissaka; McTominay, Fred; Fernandes, Rashford, Martial; Greenwood
Man United team news
Scott McTominay is a doubt for Manchester United and is not expected to take chances due to a blow suffered late in his man-of-the-match performance against Leeds.
Defenders Phil Jones and Marcos Rojo will not participate.
Leicester team news
Vardy is expected to be fit for the hosts, while Caglar Soyuncu could return to the bench after a groin injury.
Ricardo Pereira is out.
Leicester vs Man United head-to-head history and results
Standard Sport Prediction: Leicester 1-1 Man United
The Foxes fully deserved their win over Tottenham last time around, playing Spurs at their own game, but will be wary of United’s impressive form on the road.
Jamie Vardy’s fitness will be key, but I can see the points being shared.
How to watch Leicester vs Man United
Television channel: Today’s game will be televised live on BT Sport 1 and BT Sport Ultimate, with coverage starting at 11:30 am.
Live Streaming: BT Sport subscribers will be able to watch the match online via the BT Sport website or app.
Date, start time and place
Leicester City vs Manchester United is scheduled to kick off at 12.30pm GMT today (Saturday, December 26, 2020).
The game will take place behind closed doors at the King Power Stadium.
