Manchester United proceed with their early preparations for the 2021-22 campaign against Preston North End. The match schedules for Saturday at the Deepdale, with kickoff at 4 pm.
The Red Devils prepare for their first kickoff against Leeds United at home to Leeds on August 14. On the other hand, Preston North End start their Championship campaign against Hull City on August 7.
First, Manchester United made several huge summer signings to bolster their squad ahead of the start of the Premier League. Jordan Sancho and Raphael Varane are some big names added to the roster.
In addition, Coach Ole Gunnar signed a three-year contract extension until 2024 with an option for another year. However, the move came with a lot of speculation over it. Most fans felt the Norwegian has much to prove without a trophy in his stay at Old Trafford.
Furthermore, Manchester United played a 2-2 draw against Brentford last Wednesday night. Earlier, the Red Devils started their pre-season friendlies with a 2-1 win over Derby County. Furthermore, they have their last pre-season friendly against Everton.
On the other hand, Preston North End has prepared fully for the new season in the Championship. Moreover, the side played friendlies against Bamber Bridge, Bolton Wanderers, St. Johnstone, Celtic, Accrington Stanley, and Manchester City. Three summer signings arrive at the camp, including Izzy Brown, Liam Lindsay, and Matthew Olusunde.
Preston North End vs Manchester United Head to Head
Both sides have one game against each other, with Manchester United taking the only win. Here is a look at their previous encounters:
Home
- Manchester City 2-0 Preston North End
- Accrington Stanlely 1-1 Preston North End
- Bolton Wanderers 1-0 Bolton North End
- Celtic 0-1 Preston North End
- Johnstone 1-1 Preston North End
Away
- Manchester United 2-2 Brentford
- QPR 4-2 Man United
- Derby County 1-2 Man United
- Villarreal 1-1 Man United
- Wolves 1-2 Man United
Preston North End Team News
The Lilywhites could feature new attacking options this weekend to pave the way for Tom Barkhuizen and Seam Maguire. Liverpool youngster Sepp van den Berg looks poised for a debut.
Manchester United Team News
Ole Gunnar looks sets to give Donny van de Beek a major role this campaign after coming on as captain last week. Absentees include Paul Pogba, Harry Maguire, Edinson Cavani, Luke Shaw, and Marcus Rashford.
Prediction and Odds
We envisage the hosts giving the visitors a tough time at Deepdale, but the quality will get them through.
- Manchester United Win
- Goals Over 1.5
- Double Chance
