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Manchester United vs FC Copenhagen betting tips:
- Scott McTominay to score any time – 4/1 bet365
- Both teams to score and over 2.5 goals – 5/4 BoyleSports
- Bruno Fernandes over 0.5 assists – 5/2 BoyleSports
Manchester United are in dire need of a response after making a poor start to their Champions League campaign when they host FC Copenhagen on Tuesday.
The Red Devils suffered a 4-3 defeat at the hands of Bayern Munich in their group stage opener before succumbing to a damaging 3-2 loss against Galatasaray at Old Trafford last time out.
Erik ten Hag’s men have found a semblance of form in the Premier League since to ease the pressure on the Dutchman, but a third defeat in a row in the Champions League would put their hopes of reaching the knockout phase in jeopardy.
Copenhagen have taken one point from their two games so far and will be aiming to add to United’s woes and boost their own case for a place in the round of 16.
It promises to be an emotional night at Old Trafford following the death of Manchester United and England legend Sir Bobby Charlton.
Here are our predictions for the Champions League Group A game using the best odds from football betting sites.
McTominay to score again?
Scott McTominay has been Manchester United’s unlikely hero in front of goal in their last two Premier League wins.
The Scotland international found the net twice in stoppage time to secure a dramatic win over Brentford before he opened the scoring for the Red Devils in their triumph at Sheffield United last Saturday.
With Casemiro sidelined due to suspension after being dismissed against Galatasaray, McTominay will continue to get his chance in the middle of the park. He has not been afraid to push forward and is playing with same confidence that he has displayed at international level for Scotland.
McTominay has a great record for Steve Clarke’s men, scoring six goals in his last eight matches, including two goals against Spain in Scotland’s victory at Hampden Park in March.
If Ten Hag can give him the same license to affect matches, he may ease the goalscoring pressure on Marcus Rashford and Rasmus Hojlund.
After looking at odds from UK betting sites, we’re taking a price of 4/1 with bet365 for the Scot to score any time.
More goals again at Old Trafford
United have conceded seven goals in their two matches in this European campaign, including shipping three at home against Galatasaray.
Ten Hag has had real issues with his defence in the early stages of the season amid injuries across his backline, while Andre Onana has looked very shaky between the posts. Bayern and Galatasaray were able to capitalise and Copenhagen will be hopeful too.
The Danish outfit scored twice against Galatasaray on the road before collapsing late on to allow their opponents to earn a share of the spoils, and they took the lead against Bayern before the Germans rallied.
Diogo Goncalves and Mohammed Elyounoussi have been in decent form, while Roony Bardghji is a very exciting prospect. So, Copenhagen are more than capable of taking the chances on offer, especially the way United have been defending.
Ten Hag’s men will also get their opportunities and it would be a good time for Rashford to get back on track in a United shirt.
Both teams to score and over 2.5 goals appeals for this game given the way previous matches have gone at 5/4 with BoyleSports.
Tip: Both teams to score and over 2.5 goals – 5/4 BoyleSports
Bruno to influence the game
United need a performance from their skipper to get them off the mark in the Champions League this season.
Ten Hag’s men have struggled for consistency in the final third, but have still managed to find a way to score goals.
But, those issues can be rectified if the Portuguese can provide regular ammunition for his teammates.
At his best, Fernandes can dominate the game and offer multiple chances with the precision of his passing and set-piece delivery.
However, he only has three assists to his name in all competitions this season, including one in the Champions League, which came in the dying minutes of their defeat to Bayern.
Fernandes' performances have summed up United’s lacklustre start to the season.
Although Ten Hag’s men have not performed well of late, they’ve dug out results. But, sooner rather than later their displays are going to have to improve in order for them to have a successful season.
Fernandes’ campaign could be kickstarted with a strong outing against Copenhagen and he's 5/2 with BoyleSports to register one assist.
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Last Updated: 14th March 2024, 07:22 AM
