Premier League football returns to Old Trafford on Sunday evening as Manchester United take on top-flight newcomers Ipswich Town.Download Our MozzartSport App For More NewsThe Red Devils face a newly-promoted side for the second successive Premier League weekend following a disappointing 2-0 defeat away at Hull City on opening day.Boss Michael Carrick will be expecting a strong reaction in front of the home crowd, relying on United’s impressive record at Old Trafford where they won eight of their final nine league matches last season.Unbeaten in their last nine home games against Ipswich in all competitions, the hosts will be eager to avoid losing their opening two Premier League fixtures for just the third time in their history.##NAJAVA_MECA_9922034##Gary O’Neil’s Ipswich Town arrive in Manchester brimming with confidence after kicking off their return to the top flight with a dramatic 2-1 victory over Sunderland, followed by a 3-1 midweek win against Leicester City in the Carabao Cup.The Tractor Boys invested over £100m in the transfer window to bolster their squad and enter this clash riding a seven-match unbeaten run in competitive action dating back to mid-April.Man City put on a masterclass – Haaland and Cherki drop braces to blow Palace awayWhile Ipswich possess plenty of attacking momentum, history heavily favors the Red Devils, who have outscored the visitors 18-2 across their last four meetings at Old Trafford.Kick-off: 6:30 PM (Kenyan Time), SundayVenue: Old Trafford, ManchesterGroup: Premier League (Matchday 2)Current standings: Ipswich Town – 8th (3 pts) | Manchester United – 16th (0 pts)Qualification implications: Manchester United seek their first points of the campaign to climb out of the lower table, while Ipswich look to maintain a perfect start and consolidate their place in the top half.Form GuideManchester United❌ Loss vs Hull City (0-2)❌ Loss vs AC Milan (2-4)✅ Win vs Leeds United (1-1, 5-4 Pens)➖ Draw vs PSG (1-1)✅ Win vs Atletico Madrid (2-1)Ipswich Town✅ Win vs Leicester City (3-1)✅ Win vs Sunderland (2-1)✅ Win vs Union Berlin (4-2)✅ Win vs Rayo Vallecano (3-0)✅ Win vs Le Havre (1-0)Head-to-Head (Last Five Meetings)Manchester United 3-2 Ipswich Town (2025 Premier League)Ipswich Town 1-1 Manchester United (2024 Premier League)Manchester United 3-0 Ipswich Town (2015 League Cup)Ipswich Town 0-1 Manchester United (2002 Premier League)Manchester United 4-0 Ipswich Town (2001 Premier League)Team NewsManchester United❌ Tom Heaton – Out.❌ Mathijs De Ligt – Out.❌ Mason Mount – Ankle/fitness assessment (Out).❌ Manuel Ugarte – Out.❌ Carlos Baleba – Ankle injury (Out).🟡 Amad Diallo – Knock, subject to late fitness test.Ipswich Town❌ Florentino Luis – Out.❌ Azor Matusiwa – Out.❌ Jaden Philogene – Out.❌ Jack Taylor – Out.Time for Moroccan gem's debut: Make way for City's EinsteinPlayer to Watch: Bryan Mbeumo (Manchester United)Bryan Mbeumo was Manchester United's most dangerous focal point on opening day despite the side's overall struggles at Hull City. The Cameroonian international led the team in total shots (4), shots on target (2), and touches inside the opposition box (7), continually threatening the opposition defense.Expected to feature prominently from the right wing or in a central role against Ipswich, Mbeumo has a proven track record against the Tractor Boys, having recorded three goal involvements in his prior two career appearances against them.With Amad Diallo managing a knock, Mbeumo's sharpness and high shot output make him United's key attacking threat at Old Trafford.🟢 Safe Bet (Low Risk)Manchester United Win🟡 Smart Bet (Medium Risk)Both Teams to Score – Yes🔴 Long Shot (High Risk)Bryan Mbeumo 2+ Shots on TargetDisclaimer: Whilst we do our utmost to offer good advice and information, we cannot be held responsible for any loss that may be incurred as a result of gambling.
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