Man United vs Barnsley Prediction, Preview, Lineups and Team News | EFL Carabao Cup 2024-25

Man United vs Barnsley Preview

• Date: Tuesday, September 17, 2024
• Kick-off time: 7:00 PM GMT
• Venue: Old Trafford

Premier League giants Manchester United are set to face League One side Barnsley in the third round of the EFL Carabao Cup at Old Trafford on Tuesday evening. 

Erik Ten Hag’s managed side will be again competing for the Silverware which they lifted in the 2023-24 season. It was the first trophy for the Dutch manager as Manchester United boss. Following a difficult start in the Premier League with two consecutive defeats against Brighton and Liverpool respectively. The Red Devils are coming on the back of an elating 3-0 win over Southampton on the weekend. 

On the other hand, the visitors, Barnsley suffered a 3-0 away defeat against Stevenage F.C. in their previous league outing in the third tier. Darrell Clarke has guided the Tykes to a respectful start having 10 points in hand only three points less than the table toppers Wrexham, and remain in play-off contention.  

It should not be a major challenge for the hosts to make it through to the next round, meanwhile, the visitors will be also fancying their chances to hand the Red Devils some upset at Old Trafford in the midweek’s clash. 

Man United Team News 

The hosts will have to continue without their long-term injury absentees Leny Yoro, Luke Shaw, Tyrel Malacia,  Mason Mount, Victor Lindelof, and Rasmus Hojlund. Lisandro Martinez and Matthijs de Ligt are doubtful following their substitution due to injury concerns against Southampton last weekend. Ten Hag is expected to give more chances to non-regulars not taking chances amid injury woes in the squad.

Barnsley Team News 

For Barnsley, midfielder Conor Hourihane is set to miss the trip and the attacking duo of Max Watters and Fabio Jalo have already marked their return from injury making a cameo in their previous League One outing. The USA International centre-back is expecting to return to line-up Donovan Pines after being taken off at the half time at the weekend. 

Man United vs Barnsley Predicted Lineups

Man United Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1): 

Goalkeeper – Bayindir

Defenders – Dalot, Maguire, Evans, Amass

Midfielders – Casemiro, Ugarte; Antony, Rashford, Diallo

Forward – Zirkzee

Barnsley Predicted Lineup (4-1-4-1):

Goalkeeper – Slonina

Defenders – Cotter, De Gevigney, Pines, Earl

Midfielders – Craig, Cotter, Phillips, Connell, Keillor-Dunn

Forward – Cosgrove 

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Man United vs Barnsley Head-to-Head Record 

The Red Devils have faced the Yorkshire-based cub six times across all competition across all competition. United have won four out of all the encounters boasting a strong record in this particular meeting. While Barnsley have only managed to secure victory once in the 1998 FA Cup and one fixture concluded as a 1-1 draw.

Recent five meetings between Manchester United vs Barnsley

Key Players to Watch in Man United vs Barnsley

Joshua Zirkzee (Man United)

The Dutch forward, Joshua Zirkzee had arrived at the English club from Bologna following a sensational individual 2023-24 season with Serie A club. Though. the 23-year-old is still seeking his best form in Manchester United colours, having already opened his goal tally in the Premier League by netting the winner against Fulham in the league opener. In the EFL Cup, Zirkzee would be eyeing this fixture. to get his confidence against the third-tier club and add some goals to his game before the return of first-choice striker Rasmus Hojlund from injury.

Amad Diallo (Man United)

The 22-year-old winger is enjoying a stunning start to the 2024-25 season, having already been involved in all of the club’s matches so far this season. Diallo has emerged as one of the key players for Erik Ten Hag, who has also put his faith in the Ivorian Coast International. Seemingly, this season can prove to be a breakout campaign for him with already making five appearances and managing to score a goal and an assist, he would be a player to watch out for in the match.

Man United vs Barnsley Prediction

Taking into consideration the Previous head-to-head record, current form and the overall quality of the squad, the hosts emerged as the clear favourites for the win at home. Especially, after a huge 3-0 away league win over Southampton on the weekend which will definitely boost the confidence of the team after suffering defeats in two back-to-back league games.

Predicted Score: Man United 3 – 0 Barnsley

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