Manchester United vs Lyon Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups & Team News | UEFA Europa League

Manchester United vs Lyon Preview

• Competition: UEFA Europa League
• Date: Thursday, 17 April
• Kick-Off Time: 07:00 PM GMT
• Venue: Old Trafford

The Manchester United vs Lyon match will take place on Friday, 18 April at the iconic Old Trafford. Both teams will lock horns in the second leg of the quarter-final in the UEFA Europa League.

United did perform well in the first leg but failed to get a win due to an individual mistake from their Goalkeeper. The Red Devils have suffered from individual mistakes a lot this season, as well as in the past. They have a very good record against the Ligue 1 side, as they are unbeaten against them. Quality-wise, United are on the same level, despite having a very poor season in the Premier League. As of now, getting a European slot in the Premier League is not possible, so they have to win the Europa League so that they can play in the Champions League next season. With the home advantage in the second leg, they will look to finish the match in regulation time and will have to be at their best to not make mistakes so that the away team gets the chance to put pressure on them.

Lyon somehow survived a home defeat against United as they will travel to Manchester to face the Red Devils. Lyon has never defeated United in the past, and now they will look to break the record and book their place in the semi-finals of the Europa League. Despite United struggling this season, it will be a difficult task for the away team to get a positive result. Lyon will have to play their best football at the Old Trafford, as Fonseca's men will have to give their all to win this fixture. It will be a tight and competitive fixture for sure. Without a doubt, it will be a mouthwatering clash.

Manchester United Team News

Lisandro Martinez, Amad Diallo, Ayden Heaven and Jonny Evans are all ruled out due to injuries. The rest of the players are fit to play.

Lyon Team News

Ernest Nuamah is out of the season due to an injury. The rest of the players are fit to play against United.

Manchester United vs Lyon Predicted Lineups

Manchester United Predicted Lineup (3-4-3):

Goalkeeper: Onana

Defenders: Mazraoui, Maguire, Yoro

Midfielders: Dalot, Ugarte, Casemiro, Dogru

Forwards: Garnacho, Hojlund, Fernandes

Lyon Predicted Lineup (4-3-1-2):

Goalkeeper: Perri

Defenders: Niles, Mata, Niakhate, Tagliafico

Midfielders: Veretout, Tolisso, Akouokou

Forwards: Almada, Cherki, Mikautadze

Manchester United vs Lyon Head-to-Head Record

Both teams have faced each other eight times, in which United won four games and the rest of the four games ended in draws. In the last five fixtures, three matches ended in draws, and United won two games.

Key Players to Watch in Manchester United vs Lyon

Patrick Dogru (Manchester United)

Dogru is a player with a lot of physical strength, he's pretty fast and strong. He is often seen outmuscling his opponent quite easily. His body helps his defensive ability; he can make recovery tackles and can get his body in the way of his opponent to win the ball back. He oozes calmness and composure as he is very good with the ball and fits perfectly into Amorim's style of play. Dogru's dribbling ability also makes him quite special as he can operate as a wing-back who has a decent crossing ability. He makes his presence known and remains close to the attackers, boasting impressive body orientation and positioning. He has played nine games for United till now, and surely, he will play a key role in the upcoming fixtures.

Thiago Almada (Lyon)

He is a creative player with great technique on the ball, mobility, acceleration skills, fast direction shifts, and passing ability. Almada likes to play a free attacking role, granted the freedom to roam the pitch and find space. He displays a natural ability to make fast decisions in tight spaces. The Argentine is extremely difficult to knock off the ball, thanks to his low center of gravity. Almada is very strong in 1 vs 1 situations, is very unpredictable and confident of his skills. He is very dangerous in counterattacks, thanks to his pace and acceleration. Overall, a quality player who will be a big headache for the home team in the second leg. He has played 14 games this season, in which he scored two goals and provided two assists.

Manchester United vs Lyon Prediction

In the first leg, Lyon equalized in the final minutes, thanks to the error of United's goalkeeper. Despite being the away team, United did perform well, and in the second half, with home advantage, they will surely have the upper hand. Lyon has never beaten United, and surely the home side is the favourite to win the second leg. Most probably, the home team will win this fixture.

Predicted Score: Manchester United 2-1 Lyon

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