Southampton vs Manchester United Prediction: Saints Face Uphill Battle

Manchester United Seek Redemption

After a disappointing loss to Liverpool, Manchester United will be looking to regain momentum when they face Southampton at St Mary’s Stadium on Saturday. Erik ten Hag’s side were outplayed by their rivals, but they now have a chance to reset against a struggling Southampton team. United have not lost to Southampton since 2016, which should give them added confidence heading into this match.

Southampton’s Troubles Continue

The Saints have had a rough start to their Premier League campaign, losing all three of their matches and managing to score just once—a late consolation goal against Brentford. With five goals conceded in their first three games, Southampton’s defensive issues are evident, and their lack of scoring power makes them vulnerable to another defeat.

Fernandes Could Be the Decider

Manchester United’s last visit to St Mary’s ended in a narrow 1-0 win, and a repeat result seems plausible. United have found the net exactly once in three of their four competitive matches this season, while Southampton’s two of three defeats came by a 1-0 margin.

Bruno Fernandes, who scored the winning goal in this fixture last year, could be key once again. With a team-high eight shots and an expected goals figure of 1.3, Fernandes remains a crucial attacking outlet. After scoring and assisting during the international break, he looks well-positioned to make a significant contribution on Saturday.

Betting tip – United to win at 5/6

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