Manchester United vs PSV Eindhoven preview: What time does it start, what channel is it on and where can I watch it?
A look ahead to the Champions League fixture at Old Trafford
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Hector Moreno: The centre-back was accused of being too aggressive in the tackle which saw Luke Shaw suffer a horrendous injury at the Philips Stadion as the visitors succumbed to a loss. Moreno was not reprimanded for the challenge, however it is likely that he will have to contend with a vociferous welcome from the United faithful.
Best stat…
50: Memphis Depay scored a half-century in 124 appearances for PSV.
Remember when…
Before becoming a Chelsea flop, Mateja Kežman was a prolific goalscorer for PSV. When The Dutch team beat United 3-1 in 2000, the Serbian striker confirmed victory by jinking past Mikaël Silvestre before hammering the ball into the ceiling of the net.
Player to watch…
Jesse Lingard: After several spells out on loan, the young midfielder is enjoying a rich vein of form for United this season. Still a raw talent, he earned a first England call-up despite not picking up a cap. He will now be keen to score his first Champions League goal.
Past three meetings…
PSV Eindhoven 2 (Moreno, Narsingh) Manchester United 1 (Depay), Champions League, September 2015
Manchester United 3 (Sheringham, Scholes, Yorke) PSV Eindhoven 1 (Van Bommel), Champions League, October 2000
PSV Eindhoven 3 (Bouma, Van Bommel, Kežman) Manchester United 1 (Scholes), Champions League, September 2000
Form guide…
Manchester United: DDDWWW
PSV Eindhoven: LWWWWD
Vital information…
KICK-OFF TIME: 19.45
TV: Live on BT Sport Europe, highlights on ITV
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