Both matches are at Old Trafford and Manchester United have a number of selection decisions to make for the upcoming Carabao Cup clash.
It is important for Manchester United to maintain their form after their victory over Burnley this weekend.
However, it is also a good idea to rest Casemiro and Bruno Fernandes, who have not been rested this season, even in international matches.
Manchester United’s expected lineup
There could be a debutant in goal with Turkish international Altay Bayindir replacing Andre Onana. Last season, Erik ten Hag used Martin Dubravka in the early rounds of the Carabao Cup.
The defense is a real problem due to injuries, however, Raphael Varane returned late against Burnley and is likely to start.
He could play alongside Harry Maguire, who returned to training on Monday.
Manchester United’s expected lineup
There could be a debutant in goal with Turkish international Altay Bayindir replacing Andre Onana. Last season, Erik ten Hag used Martin Dubravka in the early rounds of the Carabao Cup.
The defense is a real problem due to injuries, however, Raphael Varane returned late against Burnley and is likely to start.
He could play alongside Harry Maguire, who returned to training on Monday.
The worry comes from the left wing, where Sergio Reguilon may be absent due to injury. Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia are both injured.
That could leave an emergency option like Victor Lindelof at left-back, with Diogo Dalot on the right. Or they can switch sides.
In midfield, we see Sofyan Amrabat making his debut for the club. He could partner fellow North African Hannibal Mejbri, who was impressive in the win over Burnley.
While United may rest Hannibal, the Tunisian will be desperate to start and strengthen his case for a starting place against Palace again this weekend.
We expect Christian Eriksen to complete the midfield trio, with Mason Mount coming off the bench to return in the second half.
Anthony Martial could start, while Rasmus Hojlund will be rested before the weekend.
On the wings, Alejandro Garnacho and Facundo Pellistri need to start and this is a great opportunity for the young duo to show their ability. There are a lot of changes to Ten Hag, eight in total, and it seems a bit unusual for him. But it could also be a necessary step, to give his team’s players and returning stars a chance to show what they can do.
