Ruud van Nistelrooy returns to Manchester United this evening as Leicester take on the FA Cup holders in the fourth round.
The Foxes will hope to find some solace away from their Premier League survival fight. An emphatic 6-2 win over Queens Park Rangers booked Leicester a place in the fourth round of this competition. Up next is a clash with the 14-time winners.
Van Nistelrooy knows the opposition well, having overseen a four-game spell as interim manager of Manchester United earlier in the campaign. During that run, he led the side to league and Carabao Cup victories over his current side at Old Trafford. This is the third meeting between the teams at the venue this season.
An @EmiratesFACup battle at Old Trafford 🏆#MUNLEI pic.twitter.com/SmUvUB1SxY
— Leicester City (@LCFC) February 7, 2025
Leicester XI vs Manchester United – Predicted lineup and team news
Leicester team news
Van Nistelrooy may opt to shuffle his pack following a 4-0 defeat at Everton last time out. Jakub Stolarczyk could return in goal despite Mads Hermansen’s return to fitness. The latter has not featured in cup competition this season.
Wilfred Ndidi is getting close to his return from a thigh issue but tonight’s clash is likely to come too soon. Abdul Fatawu and Ricardo Pereira are long-term absentees for the Foxes.
Leicester Predicted Lineup
Leicester predicted XI: Hermansen; Justin, Faes, Coady, Kristiansen; Skipp, Winks; Buonanotte, El Khannouss, Mavididi; Vardy.
When is Manchester United vs Leicester?
Manchester United host Leicester in the FA Cup’s fourth round on Friday 7th February 2025. Kick-off at Old Trafford is 20:00 GMT.
What TV channel is Manchester United vs Leicester on?
Manchester United vs Leicester will be available to watch on ITV1, ITVX, STV and STV Player.
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