Europa League 2024-2025: Real Sociedad-Manchester United, the likely lineups

Real Sociedad-Manchester United, the probable formations

Manchester United is having a disastrous season, with 14° place in the Premier League and elimination in the FA Cup. Not to jeopardize their European future as well, the Europa League round of 16 against Real Sociedad è crucial for the Red Devils. The Basques, though struggling after the heavy 4-0 loss to Barcelona, are ready to put up a fight. Both teams are looking for a trophy that can give meaning to a disappointing season.

Algiacuil should opt for the usual 4-1-4-1, with Remiro in goal, protected by Zubeldia, Elustondo, Aramburu and Javi Lopez in defense. In midfield, Zubimendi leads the unit with Olasagasti, Marin, Kubo and Sergio Gomez (favored over Barrenetxea). In attack, Oyarzabal should get the better of Orri Oskarsson.

Despite numerous absences through injury (Diallo, Evans, Mainoo, Lisandro Martinez, Mount and Shaw), Amorim should confirm the 3-4-2-1: Onana in goal, defended by Yoro, Maguire and De Ligt. In midfield, Ugarte and Casemiro, with Mazraoui and Dorgu on the outsides. In attack, Bruno Fernandes, Garnacho and Hojlund, with Zirkzee ruled out after his mistake in the FA Cup.

Probable lineups

Real Sociedad(4-1-4-1): Remiro; Aramburu, Zubeldia, Elustondo, J. Lopez; Zubimendi; Kubo, Olasagasti, Pablo Marin, S. Gomez; Oyarzabal. Coach: Alguacil.

Manchester United (3-4-2-1): Onana; Yoro, De Ligt, Maguire; Mazraoui, Casemiro, Ugarte, Dorgu; B. Fernandes, Garnacho; Hojlund. Coach: Amorim.