Manager Erik ten Hag has named his starting line-up for Manchester United's Europa League clash with Omonia Nicosia at the GSP Stadium in Cyprus this evening, making a handful of changes.
United, who have never faced the Cypriot outfit, will be looking to get back to winning ways following Sunday's 6-3 hammering at the hands of local rivals Manchester City. The Reds, who won their last Europa League outing, beating Sheriff Tiraspol 2-0 last month, will be determined to produce a good performance and start making amends for the weekend's horror show.
It means that Ten Hag will be desperate to see United get back on track this evening and rediscover some confidence ahead of Sunday's Premier League clash with Everton. The Dutchman, clearly bearing in mind the trip to Goodison Park in just over 72 hours' time, has decided to make a handful of changes to his starting line-up this evening.
Victor Lindelof, Cristiano Ronaldo and Casemiro have come into the side, meaning Raphael Varane, who has been ruled out because of an ankle problem, Scott McTominay and Marcus Rashford have dropped out. It is just Casemiro's second start since joining the club from Real Madrid in August.
Meanwhile, Anthony Martial and Anthony Elanga have been named among the substitutes. Harry Maguire and Donny van de Beek are among those who miss out through injury.
Having made three changes to his side, Ten Hag will be looking for a reaction after Sunday's defeat at City, as United go in search of their second Europa League win of the campaign. It is the inclusion of Casemiro that has attracted the most attention from United's supporters in the immediate aftermath of the team news being confirmed.
Below, MEN Sport has taken a close look at what some of United's supporters have had to say in response to Ten Hag's decision to hand the Brazilian just his second start for the club.
As you can see from the messages displayed in the tweets above, Ten Hag's decision to hand the Brazil international a starting berth has gone down well. The fans are determined to get a proper look at him and see what he can bring to the table.
This evening's contest gets underway at 5:45pm and you can follow all of the action on our live matchday blog, which you can access by clicking here.
stevemass
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what did bruno do bad today?? he created first goal for rashford. am clearly seeing the way u guys are blaming everyone in mu squad but Ronaldo. Last time u said rashford was rubbish when he couldn't score vs city look now he is redeeming your goat.
For CR7 I will never blame him because he has proven himself for decades. So he deserve some accolades. You knw why I love him… despite the fact he is not in he’s 100per form. He’s not always happy when he plays bad or misses a chance. That’s the mindset of a winner and also the difference. I will always choose him above rashford and martial because these two are the reason why we are were we are today. They’ve been playing rubbish for more than 5yrs now and you expect me to trust them. I will never trust them never. Let them prove me wrong by staying consistent in 2 season.
stevemass
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what did bruno do bad today?? he created first goal for rashford. am clearly seeing the way u guys are blaming everyone in mu squad but Ronaldo. Last time u said rashford was rubbish when he couldn't score vs city look now he is redeeming your goat.
My friend Rashford is not a consistent player just imagine all the years he spent in United he still play rubbish some times. I will all choose Hazard over rashford. For Bruno take time and study he’s style of play and compare it with KDB he hardly create chances always looking for goals. He misses ball so easily, he’s an attacking midfielder he need to effective more in that area. For rashford and martial I need them to be consistent at least for 2yrs I hate all the off and on they do every season.
Tihabcdouy
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God bless you my brother honestly Bruno has to be bench for some games he’s too selfish.
what did bruno do bad today?? he created first goal for rashford. am clearly seeing the way u guys are blaming everyone in mu squad but Ronaldo. Last time u said rashford was rubbish when he couldn't score vs city look now he is redeeming your goat.
Tihabcdouy
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Bruno was just playing trash today. Imagine how United played when Bruno was out.
Bruno created the first goal for rashford b4 he came out. if u are trying to blame him after Ronaldo missed 3 sitters then u have an agenda. we could have easily scored 7+ goals in this match if it wasn't for a certain man.
allshama
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We miss lord maguire
Sunusi111
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I dont see him making more impact today
pythagorasofficial
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Bruno was just playing trash today. Imagine how United played when Bruno was out.
rsnnpn123
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Nobody asked you and nobody is arguing with you
true i am messi fan and i am also not arguing with him for a finished player😂😆
moybnotuy
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Y'all should know Ronaldo is finished face the fact. He is one of the best players to grace the earth but we have to admit the truth the match today says it all
Nobody asked you and nobody is arguing with you
stevemass
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All that back for are too short and we need to put Bruno on bench for some games too. He’s playing rubbish
God bless you my brother honestly Bruno has to be bench for some games he’s too selfish.
Adonis222
3
Y'all should know Ronaldo is finished face the fact. He is one of the best players to grace the earth but we have to admit the truth the match today says it all
Le_macunien
0
All that back for are too short and we need to put Bruno on bench for some games too. He’s playing rubbish
Bruh! How can we have Bruno till now as a 10!
SammyKaff
3
😂 😂 No matter the line up, the team must struggle
Nitackmnou
6
All that back for are too short and we need to put Bruno on bench for some games too. He’s playing rubbish
prince kiran
0
for me 4-3-3 having CR7 as @LW && Anthony as @RW &&& that midfield🔥🔥🔥 perfect💯 for Mutd
erichatton
0
love it comedy club Ha Ha Ha
Catiklostu
1
This writer called manchester city local rivals, i believe eh9 did not hear this because if he does he will score double hatrick the next db,
doybceikt
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Anyway let him prove his worth and we will be closely monitor.
after 5 champion league medals, what does he have to prove again
Buschester-United
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A club that is 'nothing' demolished your club, what does that make your club? 😭😭😂😂😂😂😂
A five years old kid knows Manchester is Red always Red we don’t need oil money to grow 😌😌
yutcklpstu
1
The good thing with ETH is that he learns fast from his mistakes
bohbeiorsz
0
Clownass your club is nothing go get them oil money 🤡
Clownass you gày club is nothing. Go and get them gày players like your Neville and Scholes 🤢🤮
erichatton
0
hope that crap from Stretford get battered
Hate stretford love the glazers doing a fantastic job
vuzcdeklnr
1
Anyway let him prove his worth and we will be closely monitor.
u with him😂
D-Maestreo
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Clownass your club is nothing go get them oil money 🤡
A club that is 'nothing' demolished your club, what does that make your club? 😭😭😂😂😂😂😂
Kedbinopsu
0
hope that crap from Stretford get battered
plastic fan
Buschester-United
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hope that crap from Stretford get battered
Clownass your club is nothing go get them oil money 🤡
Yawekmpsuz
0
better selection today united fans
We hope so
usainmik27
0
Anyway let him prove his worth and we will be closely monitor.
You and who😂😂😂😂
Wauaekstyz
1
That is my favorite footballer i love you so much
Dueckmorsz
0
of course he should be starting... why will you buy a player with that amount and not start him
United buy him to play in this tournament 😂? Start in unimportant games tell you all....
Powbcikln
1
Anyway let him prove his worth and we will be closely monitor.
gospelphenom
2
of course he should be starting... why will you buy a player with that amount and not start him
erichatton
1
hope that crap from Stretford get battered
kekaekmnp
2
better selection today united fans