Barclays Premier League 2015/2015 season will start with the big match between Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspurs.
Kick-Off: 12:45 BST
Date: 8th August, 2015
Venue: Old Trafford, Manchester
Referee: Jonathan Moss
Possible Lineups:
Team News:
- Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal should be very happy with his team as he almost has a fully fit squad to choose from.
- David de Gea who has been in continuous link with a move away from Old Trafford is expected to start this game.
- Marouane Fellaini is the only player who will miss this game as he is suspended. He picked up a red card in the final match against Hull City last season.
- Marcos Rojo would not be rushed as he returned late from the summer break due to Copa America.
- Summer signing Bastian Schweinsteiger is having fitness issues, he is expected start from the bench.
- Spurs goalkeeper Hugo Lloris is doubtful for this game. The Frenchman is suffering with a wrist injury.
- Andros Townsend, Ryan Mason and Alex Pritchard all are expected to be rested due to lack of fitness.
Stats:
- Manchester United have won only one of their last six games against Tottenham.
- Man United have kept four clean sheets in their last five home wins against Spurs in Premier League.
- Spurs have won only two away games against the Red Devils in their last 29 games in all competitions.
Prediction:
Manchester United 1 – 1 Tottenham, Wayne Rooney and Harray Kane on the score sheet.
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