Southampton vs. Man Utd: Match Preview, Odds & Predictions

When Manchester United travels to Southampton after the international break, they aim to end their Premier League losing run.

Continuing their tough patch under Erik ten Hag, the Red Devils dropped their last two matches before the international break. Meanwhile, Southampton is one of only two Premier League clubs who have failed to record a point this season.

Previous Matches and Head-to-head

It hasn't been a nice return to the Premier League for Southampton. Since the beginning of the season, Russell Martin's squad was considered a heavy favourite to be relegated. With the odds somewhat changed by last season's relegation of all three promoted teams, Southampton supporters may have held out hope.

Southampton has failed to win any of its last three games. The Saints are one of two teams yet to secure a victory this season. Before the international break, it suffered a 3-0 loss to Brentford after dropping its first two matches, 1-0 to Newcastle United and Nottingham Forest.

Meanwhile, Manchester United are once again down in the dumps. Despite rumours that he would be fired anyway, Ten Hag was granted a second opportunity in the summer after guiding Manchester United to an FA Cup triumph. And vultures are circling again.

The result indicates that the Red Devils cruised to a 1-0 victory against Fulham to kick off the new season. Red Devils supporters had cause to be reasonably hopeful. However, they were defeated 2-1 by Brighton in their second match and then 3-0 by Liverpool at Old Trafford in their most recent match.

Southampton x Manchester United Team News

As of now, Gavin Bazuno's injury will keep Southampton out until at least the new year. However, Ross Stewart and Kamaldeen Sulemana might be returning to the team.

After the international break, Manchester United will return, hoping their injury woes have subsided. Victor Lindelof and Luke Shaw may be back for the Red Devils. But they won't have Leny Yoro, Mason Mount, or Tyrell Malacia. Depending on his progress, Rasmus Hojlund could be able to play.

Our Predictions

Man Utd to win @ 1.76 on Sky247.ng

In the last fifteen matches played on the road against Southampton, Manchester United has won ten of those matches. United, meanwhile, has yet to score more than a single goal in any game this year.

Under 2.5 goals @ 1.63 on Sky247.ng

This matchup hasn't been very goal-friendly for Manchester United since their 9-0 thrashing of Southampton in February 2021, after a 3-2 victory the previous season. Only five goals have been scored in the last four encounters.

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