Following a thrilling 4-0 Victory over Liverpool in Bangkok earlier this week, Manchester United move into their second pre-season fixture facing Melbourne Victory in Australia on Friday. Having shown promising signs of improvement across various aspects on the pitch against the Reds, Erik Ten Hag will be keen on building and maintaining the confidence within the dressing room, with United expected to secure a positive result against Victory.

Harry Maguire is likely to be included in proceedings on Friday having missed out on the tie against Liverpool due to injury. The imminent arrivals of Christian Eriksen and Lisandro Martinez are expected to push both players to be part of the squad facing Crystal Palace next Tuesday, with either deal yet to be officially announced by the club at the time of writing.

Manchester United Starting Line-Up Against Melbourne Victory

Having stressed the need to continue improving whilst minimising mistakes before the start of the campaign, Ten Hag will be looking to deploy a competitive XI across the Australian leg of the tour. With changes expected across both halves, the players will be keen on delivering notable performances on Friday.

Goalkeeper

Tom Heaton (GK): With De Gea likely to start from the bench, Heaton is expected to play the majority of the minutes against Victory. Unlikely to dislodge the Spaniard, Heaton will be hoping to remain the club’s second-choice keeper for the upcoming campaign.

Defenders

Diogo Dalot (RB): Having delivered a notable performance against Liverpool, Dalot will be hoping to remain consistent throughout the pre-season fixtures. Provided Ten Hag avoids the pursuit of a new right-back, the Portuguese will be keen on cementing a first-team spot moving into the season.

Eric Bailly (RCB): An exceptional performance saw Bailly majorly contribute to United’s clean sheet on Tuesday. Having proven to be a reliable defender when fit, the Ivorian will be looking to challenge for a spot at centre-back, come the start of the season.

Harry Maguire (LCB): With Raphael Varane likely to start from the bench, Maguire will be hoping to deliver a promising performance on Friday. Expected to be severely scrutinized by the fanbase, the centre-back will be keen on redeeming himself moving forward.

Tyrell Malacia (LB): A promising half saw Malacia deliver a notable account of himself against the Reds earlier this week. Likely to start for Manchester United in the game against Melbourne Victory, the newly arrived full-back will be keen on making the best of his opportunity on Friday.

Midfielders

Fred (CM): Having bagged a teasing goal against Liverpool, Fred is expected to retain his place in the starting line-up in Melbourne. Yet to improve his positioning on the pitch, the Brazilian will be keen on developing his game in a bid to remain a first-team player under Ten Hag moving into the season.

Zidane Iqbal (CM): A commendable display of composure and maturity saw the youngster deliver a notable account of himself against the Reds last Tuesday. Likely to have earned a place in the starting line-up for Friday, Iqbal will be hoping to continue delivering consistent performances throughout the pre-season tour under Ten Hag.

Attackers

Jadon Sancho (RW): Having bagged a sublime goal against the Reds, Sancho will be hoping to kick on from his excellent performance last Tuesday. With Ten Hag having been impressed by the front three deployed in the first half in Bangkok, Sancho will be hoping to continue delivering notable contributions moving into the campaign.

Donny Van De Beek (CAM): Although having looked off-the-pace against Liverpool, Van De Beek will be keen on delivering a notable performance on Friday. Expected to emerge as a vital player under Ten Hag, the Dutch midfielder will be keen on making a case for himself throughout pre-season.

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Marcus Rashford (LW): Whilst having failed to deliver a contribution, Rashford showed glimpses of improvement in his application last Tuesday. Provided the winger returns to his best, the England international is likely to establish himself as a key player in Ten Hag’s squad next season.

Anthony Martial (ST): An excellent performance saw Martial bag a commendable goal against the Reds. With Cristiano Ronaldo’s future at the club uncertain, the Frenchman has the potential to stake a claim for the ‘number-nine’ role at United, moving into the season.

Predicted Score:

Melbourne Victory 1-4 Manchester United

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