"Starting with the hosts, while Michael Carrick might have only completed a shock return to the Old Trafford dugout last month, Manchester United are clearly enjoying life under the former Middlesbrough boss. Eventually dragging themselves to a remarkable 3-2 victory at home against Fulham last weekend, the Red Devils find the mood in their camp at a season-high. Getting Carrick's second temporary tenure underway with a stellar 2-0 victory against bitter local rivals Manchester City, United have now won all of their previous three consecutive Premier League appearances by an aggregate score of 8-4. Claiming a famous scalp in north London on January 25th as they secured a 3-2 win away at runaway title contenders Arsenal, Carrick's high-flying squad will be confident of making another top-flight statement here."
"Manchester United Team News Picking up a hamstring injury last month, Manchester United have confirmed that Danish defender Patrick Dorgu faces a lengthy stint on the sidelines. Likewise, not featuring since the end of November, Dutch international Matthijs de Ligt will once again miss out on Saturday lunchtime. Although ex-Real Madrid superstar Casemiro has announced that he will be leaving Old Trafford at the end of the season, the 33-year-old will start in the middle of Carrick's midfield. Coming off the bench and bagging the winner against Fulham last weekend, Benjamin Sesko could be handed a full recall."
"As for the visitors, while Tottenham might have mounted a sensational second-half comeback at home against Manchester City last weekend as they eventually snatched a 2-2 stalemate in north London, the pressure on Thomas Frank's shoulders remains at a boiling point. Showing a string of issues on either side of opening the New Year, Spurs ar"
Manchester United have responded strongly since Michael Carrick's return, securing consecutive Premier League wins including victories over Manchester City, Arsenal and Fulham and scoring freely. United have won their last three league games by an aggregate 8-4 and enter the fixture with high confidence. Patrick Dorgu faces a lengthy absence with a hamstring injury and Matthijs de Ligt remains sidelined, while Casemiro will start despite announcing his departure at season's end and Benjamin Sesko could be recalled. Tottenham earned a 2-2 draw with Manchester City but remain under significant pressure and have shown issues since the New Year.
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