Wigan Athletic take on Manchester United at the DW Stadium in an exciting FA Cup third round tie. Wigan, known for their famous 2012-13 FA Cup win, face 12-time FA Cup winners Manchester United, who won the trophy in 2015-16.
match preview
Wigan entered the game having drawn 1-1 with Barnsley in League One, leaving them in 17th place with 27 points.
Despite starting the season deduction of points Due to financial issues, Sean Maloney's side are aiming to emerge from their current League One position and compete for promotion.
their This season's FA Cup journey includes: Wins over Exeter City and York City.
However, Wigan faced Manchester United. FA Cup In 2017, they lost 0-4. The Latics have struggled against the Red Devils in recent meetings, but famously won the match 1-0. premier league match In 2012.
Manchester UnitedAfter losing to Manchester City in the final game of last season, they are aiming for success in the FA Cup this season, but are currently having a tough season, sitting 8th in the Premier League.
The Red Devils suffered their 14th loss. nottingham forest But with Sir Jim Ratcliffe taking over as a minority shareholder, he is hopeful about their fate.
Erik ten Hag's team They are aiming for revenge in the tough Champions League and a good result in the FA Cup. Ratcliffe's arrival boosted morale; Manchester United We aim to make great progress in this tournament.
team news
Wigan will be without Tom Pearce and Jason Kerr through injury, while Stephen Humphries and Scott Smith are doubtful.
james balajiji loan liverpool was excluded from participating in this match. Josh Magennis is expected to lead the attack, supported by winger Callum McManaman.
Manchester United set to sign Andre Onana Available ahead of African Cup of Nations duties.
Sofian Amrabat joins the team The Moroccan international and several injured players, including Luke Shaw and Mason Mount, are expected to return soon.
Rasmus Hojland confirmed A strong eleven is likely to include Alejandro Garnacho, Marcus Rashford and Bruno Fernandes.
Expected lineup
Wigan Athletic: (4-2-3-1)
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Claire, Hughes, Morrison, Sessegnon.
Shaw, Addiko.
McManaman, Lang, Godot.
Magennis
Manchester United: (4-2-3-1)
Onana;
Wan-Bissaka, Varane, Evans, Dalot.
McTominay, Mynu.
Garnacho, Fernandes, Rashford.
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prediction: Wigan Athletic 1-3 Manchester United
Manchester Unitedshould beat Wigan Athletic due to their quality and depth, despite their inconsistent form. Wigan may put up some resistance but are likely to succumb to the Red Devils' firepower.