Man Utd Stars Mbeumo and Cunha Ready to Ignite Attack Against Nottingham Forest
Manchester United aim to continue their remarkable winning run as they travel to face Nottingham Forest in Premier League action this Saturday afternoon.
The Red Devils are soaring after securing three consecutive victories. A thrilling last-minute triumph at Liverpool was bookended by home successes against Sunderland and Brighton & Hove Albion, propelling Ruben Amorim's squad from turmoil to sixth place in the Premier League standings.
Amorim will be looking to transform United's current hot streak into a sustained period of excellence, as it's vital that the Red Devils maintain their momentum approaching the festive fixtures. Luckily for the Portuguese manager, the lighter schedule of a campaign without European competition means Carrington's medical bay is largely vacant.
Here's how Amorim might deploy his team at the City Ground.
Man Utd Predicted Lineup vs. Nottingham Forest (3-4-2-1)
GK: Senne Lammens—Three confident displays in succession have been fundamental to United's revival, with the Belgian's composed presence spreading confidence throughout the entire team. He'll be targeting a second shutout on Saturday.
CB: Leny Yoro—Yoro continues developing with every passing game and will be vital to United maintaining more clean sheets going forward. The French defender consistently excels in the right-sided centre-back role.
CB: Matthijs de Ligt—De Ligt has endured warranted scrutiny during his United tenure, but he's discovered comfort as the deepest of three central defenders this campaign. With additional protection on both flanks, the Dutch defender can adopt a more assertive style.
CB: Luke Shaw—Shaw has featured in all nine of United's fixtures this season and has established himself as a reliable centre-back option. He'll face examination from Forest's collection of rapid attackers on Saturday, however.
RWB: Amad Diallo—The Ivorian is developing an excellent partnership with Bryan Mbeumo along United's right side, and has shown surprisingly effective defensive capabilities as well. Only Fernandes and Mbeumo have registered more assists for United in the Premier League.
CM: Casemiro—The Brazilian has grown increasingly important to United's framework, with his defensive intelligence essential in a two-man midfield that often struggles without his presence. He even contributed a goal and assist last weekend.
CM: Bruno Fernandes—Fernandes didn't register any direct contributions against Brighton, but United's captain was central to everything in his new deeper position. He remains the Red Devils' primary source of creativity and influence.
LWB: Diogo Dalot—Dalot provides equilibrium on the left flank, enabling Amad to occupy more forward positions on the opposite wing. The Portuguese defender will encounter the pacey Dan Ndoye in the Midlands.
RF: Bryan Mbeumo—Mbeumo sparkled in United's victory over Brighton, netting twice in the second period around Brighton's comeback attempt. Dynamic, inventive and strong, the recent Premier League Player of the Month candidate possesses all the qualities to shine at Old Trafford for many seasons.
ST: Benjamin Šeško—The Slovenian striker has found the net in two of his previous four appearances for United and set up Mbeumo last weekend as his chemistry with fellow forwards develops. Nikola Milenković and Murillo present stern challenges, but Šeško possesses the strength to trouble them.
LF: Matheus Cunha—Cunha marked his United debut goal with a precise strike against the Seagulls and continues impressing with his boldness and exceptional ball control.
