Tottenham Announce Starting XI for Manchester United Clash
Thomas Frank has revealed Tottenham's starting lineup for their Premier League match against Manchester United on Saturday, confirming three changes to the squad.
Key Lineup Adjustments for Old Trafford Showdown
Frank's tactical decisions see several notable alterations to the team that drew with Manchester City.
Captain Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven make their anticipated return to the starting lineup, bolstering the defense.
- Joao Palhinha is set to start on the right of a back three, indicating a 3-4-3 formation, with Radu Dragusin moving to the bench.
- In midfield, Pape Matar Sarr steps in to partner with Conor Gallagher, replacing Yves Bissouma.
- Wilson Odobert secures a starting berth as the right-sided number 10.
Confirmed Starting XI
- Vicario
- Palhinha, Romero, Van de Ven
- Gray, Gallagher, Sarr, Udogie
- Odobert, Solanke, Xavi
Substitutes Bench
- Kinsky
- Dragusin
- Byfield
- Bissouma
- Olusesi
- Souza
- Tel
- Kolo Muani
- Williams-Barnett
Match Context and Form
Tottenham enters this pivotal fixture in strong form, remaining unbeaten in four across all competitions, including a hard-fought 2-2 draw with Manchester City. Their opponents, Manchester United, will be managed by caretaker boss Michael Carrick for the encounter.