Everton host Manchester United on Sunday in an intriguing clash on Merseyside, especially in terms of how the home fans may react.
David Moyes’ Everton have had a good start to the season on the pitch with four points from two games. But Folarin Balogun’s transfer late in the window collapsing was an embarrassing situation for the Toffees as they are now one striker short. Their supporters are far from happy about that.
Man United’s fans weren’t over the moon with their summer window business either, as they wanted some defensive reinforcements. But after a tough start, United demolished Ipswich Town 5-2 at home last week as Bruno Fernandes once again showed his class.
How to watch Everton vs Manchester United live, stream link and start time
Kick off time: 9am ET Sunday (September 6)
Venue: Hill Dickinson Stadium — Vauxhall, Liverpool
TV Channel: USA
Stream link: Watch on USA
Everton team news
Deadline day signings Jack Grealish (on loan from Man City) and Ainsley Maitland-Niles could both feature, but Everton’s attack is missing Iliman Ndiaye after his late move to Man City. That is a huge blow. Also, Thierno Barry is now their only recognized center forward after Beto left and Balogun’s move fell through. Barry is going to need some carrying this load.
Manchester United team news
United’s lineup is looking settled under Michael Carrick and new signing Carlos Baleba will add extra solidity in central midfield when he is available as he’s recovering from a small ankle problem. In attack the quartet of Marcus Rashford, Fernandes, Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha looked really good against Ipswich. Improving defensively is now the aim for United and Kobbie Mainoo mopping up efficiently in front of the back four is key to that.
Everton vs Manchester United prediction
This is going to be a tight game but expect a few chances as both teams will wait for the right moments to pounce on the counter. United’s extra quality will just get the job done. Everton 1-2 Manchester United.
