Pundit Predictions: Who starts against the Blades?

Wednesday 24 April 2024 15:15

MUTV pundit Phil Bardsley expects a number of Manchester United players to pass fitness tests in order to start against Sheffield United.

Erik ten Hag revealed in his press conference that Scott McTominay, Bruno Fernandes and Alejandro Garnacho all picked up issues during the Emirates FA Cup semi-final win over Coventry. 

The manager was optimistic all three could face the Blades at Old Trafford and, as you can see below, former Reds full-back Bardsley is also feeling confident about their chances. 

Phil expects a big night from Rasmus Hojlund as well: he’s backing the Denmark international to score first and win the Man of the Match award. 

Take a look at the ex-defender's United Predictions before playing the game for yourself

PHIL BARDSLEY’S PREDICTIONS

Line-up: Onana; Dalot, Maguire, Casemiro, Wan-Bissaka; Mainoo, McTominay; Antony, Fernandes (C), Garnacho; Hojlund. 

First scorer: Rasmus Hojlund

Correct score: United 3 Sheffield United 1

Man of the Match: Rasmus Hojlund
HOW THE FANS ARE FEELING

Check out these insights from our United Predictions game at the time of writing…

First scorer predictions: 
45% = Rasmus Hojlund
23% = Alejandro Garnacho
18% = Bruno Fernandes
5% = Marcus Rashford
3% = Scott McTominay

Correct score predictions: 
24% = United 3 Sheffield United 1
21% = United 3 Sheffield United 0
20% = United 2 Sheffield United 0
15% = United 2 Sheffield United 1
5% = United 4 Sheffield United 0

Man of the Match predictions: 
39% = Bruno Fernandes
16% = Alejandro Garnacho 
15% = Kobbie Mainoo
12% = Rasmus Hojlund
4% = Andre Onana

MUTV’s Match Day Live broadcast, featuring Phil Bardsley's expert opinions, begins at 18:55 BST.

The game will not be shown live in the UK, but you can listen to live radio commentary on our TV channel, app and website from 20:00 BST.

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