Man Utd v Southampton

Manchester United vs Southampton Preview

Manchester United were reduced to 10 men against Premier League rivals Arsenal in the 3rd round of the FA Cup last weekend but Ruben Amorim's side showed character and resilience as the Red Devils eventually won the tie on penalties after the scores were level at the end of extra-time, but the hosts know more is needed here in midweek.

Southampton finally ended a miserable period of 11 games without a win in all competitions on the weekend when they disposed of Championship side Swansea City in the 3rd round of the FA Cup with the south coast side running out comfortable 3-0 winners at St Marys Stadium.

United now return to Premier League action on Thursday night when they play host to basement dwellers Southampton at Old Trafford no doubt eager to not only build upon their recent win against Arsenal but also turn some pretty poor results around in the English top flight as well.

Indeed, Manchester United have registered just one win in their last seven games in the Premier League along with being handed no fewer than five defeats within this period as well, but the hosts won't get a better chance to return to winning ways than this upcoming fixture.

Not that it will be easy as Manchester United have lost their last three home games on the trot but Ruben Amorim's side will be facing a Southampton outfit who are the only team in the top flight yet to record an away win this term.

Southampton certainly enjoyed their break from the struggles and stress of this season's Premier League campaign with that resounding home win against Swansea City but a return to top flight action on Thursday night sees the south coast club make their way to Old Trafford.

Having managed to muster just a measly single win from their total of 20 league matches so far this season, Saints already look resigned to their fate as the visitors sit rock-bottom of the Premier League table and find themselves a significant 10 points adrift of safety.

That singular highlight in this current campaign came in the form of a 1-0 home win against fellow strugglers Everton, but having been handed no fewer than 16 losses in their 20 matches to date this term, the south coast club look to have their work cut out once again on Thursday night.

To make matters worse, Southampton have managed to collect just two points from a possible 30 on offer so far away from home.

Manchester United v Southampton Verdict

Manchester United are unbeaten in each of the last 16 meetings against Southampton and the Red Devils look to have the perfect opportunity to return to winning ways here on Thursday night.

Therefore, our main bet will be BTTS No @ 1.90

Other side bets worth considering:

Manchester Utd win & BTTS No @ 2.20

Correct Score: Manchester Utd 1-0 @ 8.00