Jose Mourinho’s Manchester United travel to Switzerland in pursuit of the final point that will secure qualification for the Red Devils from Champions’ League Group A. With a perfect 100% win record – the reds have safely navigated a route past some tricky sides to sit top of the group with only two games to play. Basel sit 6 points behind United in second place and will be hoping to pile the pressure on the reds with a win.
Champions League – St. Jakob-Park, Basel – Wednesday 22nd November – 19:45 UK Time
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Draw Best Odd of: 23/10 at Ladbrokes |
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FC Basel
Manchester UnitedFC Basel
Swiss giants Basel have had a solid Champions League campaign so far – winning 2 and losing 2 of their 4 games in Group A. Their 2-1 home defeat to CSKA Moscow could prove to be pivotal in their qualification chase however and with fixtures against United and Benfica remaining – they seemingly have it all to do to qualify. With 8 goals scored from their 5 games so far – they have posed a real attacking threat and Dimitri Oberlin is their primary goal menace having scored 3 already this term.
Manchester United
Jose Mourinho’s United have hit a bit of a stumbling block domestically recently – losing to Huddersfield and Chelsea but their European form has been impressive. The Europa League holders have adapted well to life in the elite European competition and have all but assured qualification. The reds have scored 10 goals in their 4 games so far in Group A – Romelu Lukaku has scored 3 goals this term and will be desperate to add to his tally.
Head to Head
Marouane Fellaini, Romelu Lukaku and Marcus Rashford did the damage on match day 1 as United comfortably dispatched of Basel 3-0 at Old Trafford. This is the 6th meeting between the two sides – all of which have occurred in the Champions League. United have won 2 games with Basel winning 1 (back in 2011) with a further 2 draws being shared between the teams.
Odds and Predictions
With 18 goals between them in 4 games – both these sides look strong in front of goal currently.
Both teams to score – YES – looks a strong bet at 10/11 with William Hill.
Despite not scoring in October or November (yet) Romelu Lukaku is always a serious goal threat.
Romelu Lukaku to score anytime looks amazing value at 16/13 with Uni Bet.
Basel need to win to stay in touch and United should have some freedom about their play with a 6 point lead in the group.
Over 2.5 goals in the game is a valuable punt at 11/10 with Ladbrokes.
Manchester United have been in great form in Europe and should have too much for Basel.
Manchester United to win the game looks overpriced at Evens with Marathon Bet.
Score Prediction
FC Basel 1 – 2 Manchester United – 8/1 with Betfair.
Top Betting Tip
Basel are a very strong side at home but United will be aware that a point guarantees qualification and will want to put a marker down on their travels with a strong performance. Both teams to score and Manchester United to win the match looks great value at 19/20 with Ladbrokes.