Martinez’s Replacement and a Debut – Predicted Man United XI vs. Leicester
United set to compete in the FA Cup fifth round tonight
Manchester United are aiming to secure their place in the FA Cup fifth round as they take on Leicester City in tonight’s fourth-round clash.
The Foxes arrive at Old Trafford with Ruud van Nistelrooy at the helm, marking a return for the former United striker following his brief interim stint before Ruben Amorim’s appointment.
With United’s Premier League campaign looking all but over, their main focus should be on the Europa League. However, the FA Cup remains a crucial opportunity for success. Winning the tournament not only brings prestige but also guarantees a Europa League spot next season—an outcome that would be a significant achievement for a team currently languishing in the bottom half of the league table.
Altay Bayindir is expected to start in goal, replacing Andre Onana. Meanwhile, Lisandro Martinez’s injury paves the way for Matthijs de Ligt to step into the defensive trio.
To inject attacking energy into Amorim’s system, Amad is likely to be deployed as a right wing-back, while Patrick Dorgu could make his debut on the left. The midfield pairing of Manuel Ugarte and Bruno Fernandes provides balance and creativity.
Kobbie Mainoo impressed as a No.10 last time out and should be utilized there again, playing alongside Alejandro Garnacho behind Joshua Zirkzee, who leads the attack.
Projected Man United XI:
Bayindir; De Ligt, Maguire, Yoro; Amad, Ugarte, Fernandes, Dorgu; Mainoo, Garnacho, Zirkzee.
