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Manchester United are preparing for their Champions League match against Young Boys on Wednesday at Old Trafford. The Red Devils were shocked in the reverse fixture when the Swiss club beat them 2-1.
Under new manager Ralf Rangnick, Manchester United will be playing their first Champions League game. The German had a positive start on the weekend as he registered a win in his first Premier League match against Crystal Palace.
Manchester United can do well in the Champions League
With their place secured in the knockout stages, Manchester United are bound to make a number of changes for this fixture. Their Champions League hero Cristiano Ronaldo is most likely to start on the bench considering the dead-rubber nature of the fixture and the need to keep him fresh.
Jesse Lingard and Anthony Martial are doubtful starters for the game given their recent training injuries. It would be great if they are able to make it on time but it looks unlikely right now. Manchester United are very much likely to field a young side in the Champions League on Wednesday.
On that note, let's take a look at how the Red Devils could line up.
Formation : 4-2-2-2
GK: Dean Henderson
The Englishman suffered with Covid-19 and injuries which has been a hurdle for him in the 2021-22 campaign. Dean Henderson has immense talent to play between the sticks but faces tough competition from teammate David De Gea to be a regular starter.
Given that the Spaniard is back to his best, it looks difficult that the English goalkeeper will soon be able to get a place in the starting XI. Manchester United's new manager will be looking to see how Dean Henderson can perform, which makes the 24-year old a likely starter in this Champions League fixture.
RB: Aaron Wan-Bissaka
Ever since Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's sacking, Aaron Wan-Bissaka has struggled to get game-time. Diogo Dalot has been given the opportunity to play at right-back and is doing well with his chances.
Aaron Wan-Bissaka was sent off in the reverse fixture against the Young Boys, which eventually played a part in Manchester United's loss. He will be wanting to make amends this time around and more so to impress Ralf Rangnick.
His performance in the Champions League fixture will be crucial for his future opportunities in the team.
CB: Eric Bailly
The Ivorian did a pretty good job against Chelsea and can do much better if he can add more consistency to his game. Eric Bailly on his day is one of the most entertaining centre-backs to watch.
He is an audacious player with his flair and passing abilities. With his aggression and sharpness at the back, Manchester United can benefit a lot. To do that, Eric Bailly would need game-time and in this Champions League fixture, he'll certainly get that.
The former Villarreal defender will have to capitalize on the chances given to him. Given Manchester United's woes at the back, a clean sheet could help Eric Bailly's cause a lot on Wednesday.
CB: Victor Lindelof
At the moment, Victor Lindelof is the ideal candidate besides Harry Maguire in the defense. That being said, it won't remain the same once Raphael Varane is back from injury.
The Swedish centre-back has done well recently, especially with his fantastic reading of the game. He will have to perform regularly at such a level and possibly give a headache for selection. With his capabilities and Eric Bailly beside him, Manchester United should definitely target a clean-sheet on Wednesday.
LB: Alex Telles
Alex Telles has done really well given the chances he has got post the sacking of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. An injury to Luke Shaw has only benefitted the Brazilian's cause. His performance against Crystal Palace was quite impressive and if he carries on in the same vein, it is likely that he gets the spot in the starting XI.
The Brazilian defender is very much likely to start against Young Boys in the Champions League. It is possible Alex Telles might be subbed off early given that Manchester United do not have many options to play at left-back.
CM: Nemanja Matic
Manchester United have done well in the Champions League and they'll be hoping to end the group stages on a high note. With Fred and Scott McTominay having played against both Arsenal and Crystal Palace, it is unlikely that either of them will start on Wednesday.
Because of that, Nemanja Matic is almost assured of a start against Young Boys. The Serbian has a lot of experience under his belt and given that Manchester United might play some young lads up front, it will definitely come in handy.
CM: Donny Van De Beek
The Dutchman struggled with game-time under the management of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. But with the Norwegian gone, Donny Van De Beek does have the chance to turn things around.
It is likely that he might start as a central midfielder and as the game progresses, he might be shifted to a more attacking role. Donny Van De Beek is capable of playing in multiple positions and under new Manchester United manager Ralf Rangnick, his versatility will surely be of great use.
RAM: Amad Diallo
Amad Diallo was expected to go out on loan in the summer transfer window but an injury in the window hampered any temporary move. The young Ivorian is a dynamic forward and has a bright future ahead of himself.
With his pace, dribbling skills and technical abilities, Amad Diallo can surely cause a lot of problems. The former Atalanta attacker is likely to start ahead of the aging Juan Mata in an inward winger role. Whether he manages to play the entire 90 minutes or not remains a question.
LAM: Jadon Sancho
Jadon Sancho finally found his feet against Villarreal in the Champions League recently. The Englishman is a very talented attacker but has struggled to settle at Manchester United.
Ralf Rangnick's direct and attacking game-play will certainly help Sancho's cause given how he likes to play. The English winger was subbed off at the hour mark against Crystal Palace at the weekend, which might be an indication that he will start against Young Boys in the Champions League.
Given the opportunity, Sancho should have a major impact in this fixture.
ST: Mason Greenwood
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
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.
