Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United are set to face off in an upcoming match, with both teams having different expectations.
Tottenham is expected to be the favorite to win, given their strong road scoring record. However, Manchester United's manager, Erik ten Hag, is confident in his team's ability to beat any opponent, citing their past wins against strong teams like Liverpool and Manchester City.
Ten Hag also expressed his expectations for a good season from forward Marcus Rashford, who has been working hard and looking lively in pre-season. However, United will be without Anthony Martial due to injury, and Harry Maguire's availability is still uncertain.
The match is expected to be a close and intense contest, with both teams looking to secure a win and gain momentum for the season ahead. Tottenham has been consistent in their recent performances, winning five of their last six matches in all tournaments. Manchester United, on the other hand, has had a mediocre start to the season, with a 2-1 loss to Nottingham Forest in their last Premier League match.
In terms of team news, Manchester United's Luke Shaw, Casemiro, and Lisandro Martinez are expected to return from injury, while Antony, Mason Mount, Harry Maguire, Victor Lindelof, and Tyrell Malacia are likely to miss out. Tottenham will be without Son Heung-min, Pape Sarr, and Yves Bissouma due to international call-ups, while Ben Davies, Cristian Romero, Giovani Lo Celso, James Maddison, Dane Scarlett, Manor Solomon, and Ivan Perisic are injured.
The match is expected to be a tightly contested stalemate, with both teams having a strong defense and offense. Manchester United's perpetual offensive woes are well-documented, but the return of key players like Rashford and Martinez may boost their chances of winning . Tottenham, on the other hand, has a penchant for scoring on the road, but injuries and international call-ups may affect their performance.