How Manchester United could line up against Young Boys in the Champions League

Manchester United will use their squad depth against Young Boys
Manchester United will use their squad depth against Young Boys

ST: Mason Greenwood

Manchester United v RB Leipzig: Group H - UEFA Champions League
Manchester United v RB Leipzig: Group H - UEFA Champions League

Manchester United's Champions League campaign has gone well so far but unfortunately, Mason Greenwood hasn't been able to be a major part of it with injuries. After making an impressive start to the 2021-22 season, the young forward was sidelined with an injury. The Englishman is one of the most talented youngsters in the Premier League right now.

Mason Greenwood is a massive threat given his shooting abilities with either foot. It's not just about his shooting but the unpredictability that he has to his game, which makes him even more dangerous.

Like many other players in the Manchester United squad, Mason Greenwood too can play in multiple positions in the attack. Initially, the young Englishman played as a striker but he has been seen adapting very well on the right-wing.

Given his two-footed ability, Greenwood can easily cut inside from the wings and have a go at the goal.

The 20-year old has had very few minutes under his belt in the Champions League this season and will be looking to make good use of that against Young Boys. Under Ralf Rangnick, Mason Greenwood could develop into one of the best forwards in the country and add more value to his game.


ST: Anthony Elanga

Manchester United youngster Anthony Elanga can make his Champions League debut against Young Boys
Manchester United youngster Anthony Elanga can make his Champions League debut against Young Boys

New Manchester United manager Ralf Rangnick hardly had any time to train with the squad before the Crystal Palace game and yet he was impressed by young Anthony Elanga in training.

The German was so impressed that he brought on the youngster against the Eagles despite having more experienced players on the bench.

It is very likely that Elanga will make his Champions League debut against the Young Boys this Wednesday. The Manchester United youngster is very talented given his pace, agility, strength and attacking abilities.

The Swedish forward already has a Premier League goal to his name and will be looking to make his name in the Champions League at Old Trafford.

If Anthony Elanga manages to impress Rangnick once more, there is a chance that the Swedish could soon become a regular face in the senior team like Mason Greenwood has.

The pairing of Elanga and Greenwood will guarantee immense pace and goal-scoring chances for Manchester United in the Champions League fixture against Young Boys.

Resting Cristiano Ronaldo is important no matter how eager the Portuguese is always to be on the pitch and that's where Anthony Elanga can benefit in this fixture. The unavailability of Edinson Cavani is all the more reason the 19-year old will surely be a part of the game against Young Boys.

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