Bournemouth vs. Man United: Rotations Ahead as Amorim Considers Team Changes | Lineup Predictions & Injuries
With their primary focus remaining on the Europa League , Manchester United aim to conclude their season strongly in the Premier League As they head to face Bournemouth on Sunday.
The Red Devils still have a chance in the semis of their European run, with the first leg scheduled against Athletic Club upcoming next week.
Given the potential prize from clinching victory in that contest, Europa League will take precedence for Ruben Amorim. Nonetheless, they aim to conclude the league season strongly. Currently positioned at 14th spot in the Premier League standings and having not tasted victory in their past four matches, United risk additional damage if they keep dropping points in domestic games.
Meanwhile, Bournemouth ranks eighth in the standings but trails seventh-place Aston Villa by eight points, potentially putting them out of contention. on the periphery of the race for European spots .
The Sporting News goes over the recent team developments and injury bulletins for both squads as the game approaches.
AFC Bournemouth versus Manchester United: Projected Starting Lineups, Team Updates
Justin Kluivert came back from an injury in their most recent outing, and they might be able to Luis Sinisterra In this game as well, with Bournemouth regaining health among their squad. Sinisterra hasn't played much lately and might require some time to reach peak match fitness.
This would leave only the two long-term absentees. Enes Unal and Ryan Christie by the side lines, with the remainder of the team possibly ready to be chosen.
Bournemouth expected lineup (4-2-3-1, from right to left): Kepa (Goalkeeper) - Smith, Zabarnyi, Huijsen, Kerkez - Scott, Adams - Semenyo, Kluivert, Tavernier - Evanilson.
Injured: Sinisterra (hamstring, questionable), Unal (ACL), Christie (groin).
Suspended: None.
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Should Bruno Fernandes opt to shuffle the team as he has previously done in the Premier League, several backup players might find themselves starting in this game. This could provide young talents such as Tyler Fredricson and Harry Amass might get an opportunity for increased playtime, since both were impressive in the recent loss against Wolves.
We still have to see how much playing time regular starters like them will get. Bruno Fernandes will participate, aware that significant European fixtures are approaching in mere days.
Manchester United are optimistic about having the defender back. Matthijs de Ligt returning shortly from a foot injury, and although he might not play here, they anticipate having the Dutch player on the field for the Europa League semifinals. They remain without their long-term injured players. Amad Diallo , Lisandro Martinez , and Joshua Zirkzee , while Toby Collyer is still awaiting his comeback.
Predicted Man United lineup (3-4-2-1 formation, from right to left): Onana (Goalkeeper) - Yoro, Maguire, Mazraoui - Dalot, Casemiro, Ugarte, Dorgu - Fernandes, Garnacho - Hojlund.
Injured: De Ligt (ankle, uncertain), Diallo (ankle), L. Martinez (ACL), Zirkzee (hamstring), Collyer (bump).
Suspended: None.
Bournemouth versus Manchester United live stream, TV channel
Below is the information on viewing this Premier League game in various key global locations:
| Date | Time | TV channel | Streaming | |
| USA | Sun, Apr. 27 | 9 a.m. ET / 6 a.m. PT | USA Network, Telemundo | Fubo USA |
| Canada | Sun, Apr. 27 | 9 a.m. ET / 6 a.m. PT | - | Fubo Canada |
| UK | Sun, Apr. 27 | 2 p.m. BST | Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League | Sky Go Extra |
| Australia | Mon, Apr. 28 | 1 a.m. AEST | - | Optus Sport |
| India | Sun, Apr. 27 | 6:30 p.m. IST | - | Disney+, Hotstar VIP |
