Southampton VS Manchester United Match Prediction
- 2017-09-23
- 14:00:00
Manchester United will win this match.
Southampton grinded out a 0-0 draw back in May against United, but they have fallen short frequently against the Red Devils in the past. In 84 matches, the Saints have 17 wins, 19 draws, and 48 losses to United. Here's a look at the last five results:
May 17, 2017: Southampton 0-0 United
Feb 26, 2017: United 3-2 Southampton (EFL Cup Final)
Aug 19, 2016: United 2-0 Southampton
Jan 23, 2016: United 0-1 Southampton
Sep 20, 2015: Southampton 2-3 United
Bet365 have the following odds available for this match:
Southampton are at 15/4 to win, a draw is at 12/5, and a Manchester United win is at 4/5.
Manchester United have been made big favorites to win here, and that looks just about right in this situation. Even when given a good chance to have a go at United last season, the Saints were only able to get a draw at home as the Red Devils got ready for the Europa League Final.
Now that United are stronger than they were, these odds look about right. The Saints still haven't looked like their old selves this season, either, and while they shouldn't end up anywhere near relegation at season's end, they also don't look like being able to seriously challenge for the top six or seven.
Southampton have a dubious record against United, as they have lost 24 matches to them. That is the most that they have lost to any team in the PL era.
United are operating better than they have in recent years, and it shows with how many different men have scored. Eight players have scored for them, more than any team through five games this season. This time last year, only four different players had found the back of the net.
Lukaku to score at anytime is at 11/10.
Manchester United seemingly always struggle a little against Southampton, but this trip will prove to be a little more routine for them.
Mauricio Pellegrino has no injuries or suspension issues to deal with ahead of this tie with United.
All eyes will be on center back Virgil van Dijk when he steps onto the pitch at St Mary's on Saturday. The Dutchman has been subject to rumors and offers from an abundance of clubs, but has so far stayed at the Saints. He returned to play for a few minutes last weekend against Palace, and he scored a goal for the U-23 team he in the week preceding this match. His performance will need to be very good off his injury if they are to stand a chance.
The Saints have two wins, two losses, and a draw in their last five matches. They won 3-2 at home to West Ham in the league before losing to Wolves 3-2 in the EFL Cup. Next came a 0-0 draw away to Huddersfield and a 0-2 loss at Watford in the league. They got a 0-1 win at Crystal Palace last weekend.
Goalkeeper:Forster
Defenders:Soares, van Dijk, Hoedt, Bertrand
Defensive Midfielders:Lemina, Romeu
Attacking Midfielders:Tadic, Davis, Redmond
Forwards:Long
Jose Mourinho will be missing striker Zlatan and center back Marcos Rojo until around New Year's Day. Paul Pogba also remains sidelined, though the date for his return is still uncertain. Backup goalkeeper Sergio Romero went off early with an apparent injury.
Romelu Lukaku will continue to relish his chance to impress at United. The Belgian striker could equal, or surpass, Louis Saha's record of six goals in his first six PL matches for the club. He's currently on five in the league, from five games, and has been massively important to United as they have flipped the switched and looked a completely different team this season. Look for Lukaku to battle his way toward goal once again here.
The Red Devils have four wins and a draw in their last five matches. They won 2-0 at home to Leicester and drew 2-2 at Stoke City to give up their points of the season. Next came home wins over Basel (3-0) in the Europa League and Everton (4-0) in the league. On Wednesday, they faced Burton in the EFL Cup at home and they won 4-1.
Goalkeeper:De Gea
Defenders:Valencia, Jones, Bailly, Darmian
Defensive Midfielders:Matic, Fellaini
Attacking Midfielders:Mata, Mkhiraryan, Rashford
Forwards:Lukaku