Jose Mourinho will be taking his Manchester United side to the Hawthorns as they seek a response from their Derby Day disappointment against Manchester City. Whilst much of the post-match conjecture has been around City’s perceived over-zealous celebrations, the fact of the matter was that United were outplayed for large periods of the game. West Brom succumbed to defeat at Swansea last time out and are in the midst of a relegation battle.
English Premier League – The Hawthorns – Saturday 17th December 2017 – 14:15UK Time
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West Bromwich
Manchester UnitedWest Bromwich Albion
The Baggies have appointed Alan Pardew in an attempt to pull themselves away from the relegation picture but are yet to win under his stewardship. With 13 points from their 16 games, they are only out of the relegation on goal difference and haven’t won since August in the Premier League. They have only mustered 12 goals this term and need an improved goal return from Jay Rodriguez who has only managed 3 this season.
Manchester United
Manchester United now sit 11 points behind Manchester City at the top of the league and look to have it all to do. The reds have 35 points from their opening 16 games and are 3 points clear of Chelsea in 3rd place – with the joint best defensive record in the league. Romelu Lukaku has been heavily criticised for his performances of late but has still managed 8 Premier League goals for the Red Devils.
Head to Head
Manchester United hold a comfortable lead in the head to head record between the sides with 55 wins in comparison to West Brom’s 43 with another 32 games ending as draws. United won the equivalent fixture 2-0 last season thanks to two goals from Zlatan Ibrahimovic whilst the Baggies picked up a 0-0 draw at Old Trafford in April.
Odds and Predictions
West Brom have really struggled for goals this season and United’s defence is resolute.
Both teams to score – NO – looks a sensible bet at 4/5 with Boyle Sports.
Romelu Lukaku enjoyed a successful loan spell at the Hawthorns and would love to score against his former employers.
Romelu Lukaku to score anytime is a great bet at 5/4 with Betfair.
Manchester United have only lost 2 away games in the Premier League this season.
Manchester United to win the game is the banker bet at4/7 with Coral.
United have scored 7 goals in their last 2 Premier League away games.
Manchester United to score 2+ goals looks excellent value at 4/5 with Coral.
Score Prediction
West Bromwich Albion 0 – 2 Manchester United – 13/2 with Bet Victor.
Top Betting Tip
Manchester United have a point to prove after losing to City and West Brom should feel the wrath of the reds here. Manchester United to win the game to nil is a strong bet at 6/4 with Betfred.