Overview
Man United's seven-match unbeaten run in all competitions, including three under new manager Ruben Amorim, came to an end after a 2-0 defeat to Arsenal.
In fact, the "Red Devils" played well against Arsenal but easily lost in set pieces. At this time, Amorim's team needs a win against Nottingham to regain confidence.
In the upcoming match, good news for Man United fans when two pillars Kobbie Mainoo and Lisandro Martinez can return after suspension.
If Mainoo starts, it means captain Bruno Fernandes will be playing higher up the pitch and more attacking. This could open up more scoring opportunities for Man United. Meanwhile, Amad is likely to start in place of Malacia, who has been underperforming.
On the other side of the front line, Nottingham has been inconsistent recently. In the last 4 rounds of the Premier League, coach Nuno Espirito Santo's team lost 3 times to Newcastle, Arsenal, Man City and only won against newly promoted team Ipswich by 1 goal.
Notably, the City Ground home team has conceded nine goals during this time and scored just two.
Man United are completely superior to Nottingham in terms of direct confrontation record. In the last 7 encounters, the Old Trafford team won 6 matches and kept 5 clean sheets.
If they perform at their best, it won't be difficult for Amorim's team to take all 3 points.
Human resources situation
As mentioned, Man United's Kobbie Mainoo and Lisandro Martinez will return from their bans. However, Luke Shaw will be absent through injury, while Johnny Evans and Victor Lindelof are still doubts.
On the other side of the front line, Nottingham Forest's midfielders Ibrahim Sangare and Danilo are still sidelined and are unlikely to recover before the new year.
Expected lineup:
Man United: Onana, Mazraoui, De Ligt, Martinez, Dalot, Mainoo, Casemiro, Fernandes, Amad, Garnacho, Zirkzee.
Nottingham Forest: Sels, Aina, Milenkovic, Murillo, Moreno, Yates, Dominguez, Hudson-Odoi, Gibbs-White, Elanga, Wood.
The match between Man United and Nottingham takes place at 0:30 am on December 8 (Vietnam time).
