Manchester United vs Everton: Premier League Match Preview, Team News & Lineups

Manchester United will aim to strengthen their top-four bid in the English Premier League when they host Everton at Old Trafford on Monday, November 24, 2025, at 8pm GMT.

The Red Devils enter the match looking to break a two-game draw streak and extend a five-match unbeaten run under Ruben Amorim, while Everton are just three points behind in the tightly packed table, ensuring a high-stakes encounter.

How to Watch

Fans can follow Al Jazeera Sport from 5pm (17:00 GMT) for pre-match build-up, team news, and live text commentary of the Manchester United vs Everton clash.


Manchester United Team News

Manchester United will be missing Benjamin Sesko, sidelined with a knee injury sustained in the 2-2 draw against Tottenham, and Harry Maguire, who also picked up a knock in the Spurs match.

Matheus Cunha’s availability is uncertain after a reported training accident on Saturday. However, Kobbie Mainoo could feature, while Lisandro Martinez is close to a return following international duty with Argentina.

Predicted Manchester United XI:
Lammens; Yoro, de Ligt, Shaw; Mazraoui, Casemiro, Fernandes, Dorgu; Mbeumo, Diallo; Zirkzee

Key Player: Bryan Mbeumo has been central to United’s recent resurgence, with his scoring streak providing crucial attacking impetus.


Everton Team News

Everton’s Merlin Rohl is out following hernia surgery, while Nathan Patterson and Jarrad Branthwaite remain sidelined with groin and hamstring injuries. Otherwise, David Moyes has a largely fit squad to choose from.

Predicted Everton XI:
Pickford; O’Brien, Keane, Tarkowski, Mykolenko; Garner, Gueye; Ndiaye, Dewsbury-Hall, Grealish; Barry

Key Player: Idrissa Gueye, who scored in Everton’s 2-0 win over Fulham in their last Premier League match, will be pivotal in controlling the midfield battle.


Managerial Focus

Ruben Amorim marks one year in charge at Manchester United on Monday. His tenure has seen highs and lows, including a 15th-place finish and European exclusion, but recent consistency and results have rejuvenated optimism at Old Trafford.

David Moyes, returning to Everton for a second stint, has emphasized the importance of a gradual rebuild. His squad is seeking stability with new ownership and infrastructure improvements, aiming to maintain momentum in the Premier League.


Recent Form

Manchester United (Last 5 EPL Matches): W-W-W-D-D
Everton (Last 5 EPL Matches): W-L-L-D-W

Last EPL Meeting:

  • 2-2 draw at Old Trafford, August 4, 2025 (Pre-season friendly)
  • 2-2 draw at Everton, February 2, 2025
  • United 4-0 Everton, December 1, 2024

Notable Recent Matches:

  • Manchester United earned a dramatic 2-2 draw against Tottenham, with Matthijs de Ligt netting a stoppage-time equalizer.
  • Everton ended a three-match winless streak with a 2-0 victory over Fulham, thanks to goals from Gueye and Michael Keane.

Match Outlook

Manchester United will look to capitalize on home advantage and break Everton’s resilient resistance, while Everton aim to build on their recent resurgence to climb the Premier League standings.

Fans can expect a competitive clash as both teams are in striking distance of the top-four race, with individual battles between key players like Mbeumo vs Barry and Cunha vs Keane likely to shape the outcome.

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