Man United - Bournemouth: The other face of the Red Devils

In a week, Ruben Amorim has seen the best and worst of Manchester United. The Portuguese will be hoping to see more positives when he hosts Bournemouth at 9pm tonight, December 22.

In the previous round, the Red Devils stunned rivals Man City with a classic last-minute comeback, thanks to Amad Diallo's brilliant moments.

However, the poor form of the defense forced Man United to stop in the quarter-finals of the English League Cup in the middle of the week. In that match, coach Amorim left many key players, and they only really exploded since Amad entered the field.

The Ivorian winger is playing some of his most exciting football in a red shirt. Amad Diallo has scored or assisted in each of his last five Premier League games.

In contrast to the image of Rashford or Garnacho, Amad's efforts, creativity and enthusiasm bring many breakthroughs to the Red Devils' attack.

Since Ruben Amorim took charge, Man United's play has been brighter and more organised. However, the Portuguese coach still has a lot of work to do, especially in defending against set pieces.

Statistics show that Man United have conceded 8/19 goals from corner kicks this season. Against Tottenham, goalkeeper Bayindir had to pick the ball out of the net from a direct corner kick by Son Heung-min.

Bournemouth have been impressive since the start of the season, with victories over giants like Man City and Arsenal. Under coach Iraola, Cherries have truly transformed with an attractive attacking style of play.

In the 2024/25 Premier League, only Man City have had more shots than Bournemouth (270). Last round, despite being held to a draw by West Ham, Bournemouth still created 29 shots on goal.

Traveling to Old Trafford, Bournemouth is also full of confidence, because in their last two away matches in the Premier League, they defeated Ipswich Town and Wolves.

Force information

Man United:Luke Shaw, Mason Mount and Lindelof are injured. De Ligt and Rashford are sick.

Bournemouth:Luis Sinisterra, Alex Scott, Julian Araujo, Marcos Senesi and Marcus Tavernier are all absent through injury.

Expected lineup

Man United:Onana; Yoro, Maguire, Martinez; Diallo, Ugarte, Mainoo, Dalot; Fernandes, Garnacho; Hojlund

Bournemouth:Kepa; Smith, Zabarnyi, Huijsen, Kerkez; Cook, Christie; Semenyo, Kluivert, Ouattara; Unal.