Manchester United suffered a disappointing draw against FC Porto in Portugal, with Harry Maguire coming off the bench to secure a point after squandering a 2-0 lead. The team will now face Aston Villa on Sunday, with manager Erik ten Hag feeling the pressure to secure a win.
Despite the draw in Portugal, there are concerns over the fitness of several key players ahead of the Aston Villa match. Midfielder Kobbie Mainoo is dealing with a suspected hamstring injury, while Mason Mount is also a doubt for the game. The team has already been struggling with injuries in defense, with Luke Shaw, Leny Yoro, and Tyrell Malacia all missing every game so far this season.
However, there is some hope for United as Mainoo participated in training on Friday morning and could potentially feature in the upcoming match. Mount’s availability is also being monitored, and there is a possibility that he could make a return. Despite concerns over injuries, Marcus Rashford is not injured despite being substituted at half-time in the Porto game.
With the pressure mounting on ten Hag, a win against Aston Villa would provide some much-needed relief for the team. United have only managed to secure three wins in all competitions this season, and a loss at Villa Park would be a significant blow to their campaign. The manager will need to rally his remaining players and make the most of the squad available to him in order to secure a positive result.
As the team prepares for what could potentially be ten Hag’s final game in charge, all eyes will be on the players who are fit and ready to take on Aston Villa. The fans will be hoping for a strong performance and a much-needed win to boost morale and turn their season around. The pressure is on, but with the right mindset and determination, United could come away with a positive result on Sunday.
