Casemiro Starts, Zirkzee Leads The Line | 4-2-3-1 Manchester United Predicted Lineup Vs Tottenham Hotspur | OneFootball

A 2-1 victory over arch-rivals Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium must have given Manchester United a lot of confidence and courage for the rest of the season. They will surely need that when they take onto the field to face Tottenham Hotspur in the EFL Cup quarter-final.

4-2-3-1 Manchester United Predicted Lineup Vs Tottenham Hotspur

Defence

Andre Onana had a mixed game against the Citizens. He should be ready to operate between the sticks.

Harry Maguire and Lisandro Martinez are likely to continue in the three-man backline. However, Matthijs de Ligt might be rested in favour of Leny Yoro.

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – SEPTEMBER 17: Harry Maguire of Manchester United in action during the Carabao Cup Third Round match. It was  between Manchester United and Barnsley at Old Trafford on September 17, 2024 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Midfield

Noussair Mazraoui is doubtful for this fixture as he sustained a knock. In his absence, Diogo Dalot will be shifted to the right-wing role. It means that the left-wing role could be up for grabs, which might see Tyrell Malacia starting.

Casemiro and Kobbie Mainoo should walk into the starting XI to operate in the middle of the park with Manuel Ugarte going back on the bench.

Attack

Bruno Fernandes remains the attacking midfielder in the lineup with Amad Diallo deployed on the right flank.

Rasmus Hojlund failed to do enough for his side against Manchester City and his centre striking role might be handed over to Joshua Zirkzee.

Ruben Amorim will also have to decide whether he wants to recall Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho following their omissions.

Luke Shaw and Jonny Evans are confirmed absentees, while Mason Mount and Noussair Mazraoui will be assessed before the game.

4-2-3-1 Manchester United Predicted Lineup Vs Tottenham Hotspur