Manchester United vs Southampton
12th February 1230hrs
Football – England – Premier League
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Odds: 11/5 odds taken 2201 GMT, Thursday 10 February
Ralf Rangnick’s Manchester United welcome Ralph Hasenhuttl’s Southampton to Old Trafford in the Premier League this Saturday. After dropping points against lowly Burnley at Turf Moor last time out, the Red Devils will be eager to get back to winning ways in this one. The Saints have pulled off some shock results this season, but United are the odds-on favourites with the bookies. Check out our in-depth betting preview, featuring the best prices and top tips.
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Manchester United Preview – Will the Red Devils bounce back with a big three points?
Manchester United let two points slip at Turf Moor in midweek. The Red Devils took an early lead thanks to Paul Pogba’s effort, but a sluggish start to the second half allowed Jay Rodriguez to level for the struggling Clarets.
It has been a bad week for United, who were dumped out of the FA Cup by EFL Championship side Middlesbrough last Friday night. Nevertheless, they have been tough to beat under Ralf Rangnick, with just Wolverhampton Wanderers getting the better of them in the Premier League.
Man United beat top-four rivals West Ham United by a goal to nil in their last league match at Old Trafford. Rangnick & Co. would no doubt take a similar scoreline on Saturday.
Southampton Preview – Can the Saints frustrate United again?
Southampton are having another steady season under Ralph Hasenhuttl, spending most of the campaign around mid-table. They have picked up a few shock results throughout the season, and the Saints will be looking for a positive result in Manchester this weekend.
Back in August, Southampton held Man United to a 1-1 draw at St Mary’s. They also drew 0-0 at the Etihad Stadium and picked up a 1-1 draw with champions Manchester City at St Mary’s last month. On their day, the Hampshire club can give anyone a good game in the Premier League.
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Southampton head to Old Trafford as the underdogs, but can Hasenhuttl’s side cause an upset at the Theatre of Dreams? The bookies are offering 5/1 for the away win.
Manchester United vs Southampton Betting Advice
As we touched on, Southampton held Man United to 1-1 draw when they locked horns at St Mary’s at the start of the season. Fred scored an own goal after 30 minutes to give the Saints the lead, but United were level ten minutes after the break thanks to Mason Greenwood’s goal.
A year ago, the Red Devils walloped Southampton 9-0 at Old Trafford. United were in scintillating form on the day, netting four in the first half and adding another five after the break.
Key Facts – Manchester United vs Southampton Betting Tip
- Man United were held by the Saints earlier in the season
- The Red Devils dropped two points at Burnley in midweek
- Man United won this fixture 9-0 last season
After the disappointing draw at Burnley on Tuesday, Rangnick will be looking for a positive response from his players at the weekend. Southampton will be no pushovers, but the Red Devils should make home advantage count. Check out the home win and both teams to score at 11/5.
Marcus Rashford has scored two in his last three Premier League appearances and was on target in United’s romp over the Saints a year ago. The England international is available at 11/2 to open the scoring in this one.
The best betting odds for Manchester United vs Southampton
Manchester United to win: 11/20 at Bet365
Draw: 16/5 at Bet365
Southampton to win: 5/1 at Bet365
