Tottenham and Manchester United face each other this Thursday (12/19), at 5pm (Brasília time), in a game that closes the quarter-finals of the English League Cup. The match takes place at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, in London, home of Tottenham.
The tie is decided in a single game. In case of a draw, the duel goes straight to penalties, without extra time.
The competition has existed since 1961. Tottenham has been champion four times, with the last cup in 2008. Manchester United has six titles, winning it for the last time in 2023.
In the Premier League, Tottenham is in 10th place, with 23 points from 16 games. Manchester United is 13th, with 22 points from 16 matches.
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Tottenham x Manchester United: predictions and odds
Before placing your bet, take into account all the elements present in the match: team moments, lineups, absences, retrospect and local factor.
Prediction: Manchester United qualify against Tottenham
Manchester United came from behind in the last minutes against rival Manchester City 2-1, away from home, in the English Championship. The result gave morale to those led by Portuguese coach Rúben Amorim.
In the previous game, United also won away from home: 2-1 against Viktoria Plzen, from the Czech Republic, in the Europa League.
On the other hand, Tottenham also comes from recent redemption, having beaten Southampton 5-0, away from home, in the last match, in the Premier League. However, previously the team had gone five games without winning this season (EEDDE). At home, there are already four games without a win (DEED).
Taking into account the data and the fact that both teams can save pieces in a balanced way in the game, Betting on Manchester United’s classification (in normal time or penalties) could be a good option.
Odds for Manchester United’s classification in normal time or penalties (subject to change):
| BETTING HOUSES |
ODDS FOR MANCHESTER UNITED RANKING |
| Bet365 | 2.00 |
| Betano | 1.98 |
| WHO | 1.95 |
Prediction: both teams to score – Yes
A more conservative option for those who believe in a competitive game for Manchester United is to bet on a draw or victory for the visiting team in normal time. Taking into account the data presented above, it could be a clear choice.
Odds for Manchester United to win or draw in normal time (subject to change):
| BETTING HOUSE | ODDS FOR MANCHESTER UNITED WIN OR DRAW IN NORMAL TIME |
| Bet365 | 1.57 |
| Betano | 1.62 |
| WHO | 1.50 |
Prediction: both teams to score – Yes
In Tottenham’s lack of victories at home, in all four games the “both score” beat: Tottenham 1 x 2 Ipswich, Tottenham 2 x 2 Roma, Tottenham 1 x 1 Fulham and Tottenham 3 x 4 Chelsea. Thus, “both score” appears as an excellent alternative.
Odds for Tottenham and Manchester United to score (subject to change):
| BETTING HOUSE | ODDS FOR BOTH TO SCORE – YES |
| Bet365 | 1.36 |
| Betano | 1.38 |
| WHO | 1.35 |
Tottenham x Manchester United: where to watch
The game between Tottenham and Manchester United, in the quarter-finals of the English League Cup, will be broadcast in Brazil on ESPN (closed TV) and Disney+ (streaming).
Where to watch Tottenham x Manchester United na TV e no streaming
- Date: Thursday, December 19th
- Time: 5pm (Brasília time)
- Where to watch: ESPN (closed TV) and Disney+ (streaming)
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Tottenham x Manchester United: lineups
How do the two teams arrive for the match? Check the information.
Escalation of Tottenham
Coach Ange Postecoglou may think about saving some players, which usually happens in World Cup games, but the options are not many. The coach does not have seven players available: starting goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario, defenders Micky van de Ven, Cristian Romero and Ben Davies and attackers Wilson Odobert and Richarlison are injured. Midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur is suspended for racist insults against his teammate Son Heung-min on television.
In the round of 16, Tottenham eliminated Manchester City, winning 2-1 at home.
Tottenham’s probable lineup: Forster; Spence, Dragusin, Gray, Porro; Sarr, Kulusevski, Maddison; Johnson, Solanke, Son. Technical: Ange Postecoglou.
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Escalation of Manchester United
There is also the possibility that coach Rúben Amorim will save parts. Luke Shaw remains out injured and Mason Mount had to be replaced at the start of the Manchester derby. It is likely that Mount will not be fit to play. Noussair Mazraoui also suffered a knock and is doubtful. Amorim may choose to re-list Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho, who were even removed from the bench against City.
In the round of 16, United eliminated Leicester with a 5-2 victory at home.
Manchester United: Flag; De Ligt, Lindelof, Maguire; Antony, Mainoo, Ugarte, Dalot, Diallo, Rashford; Zirkzee. Technical: Rúben Amorim.
Last games of Tottenham: results
- 15/12 – Southampton 0 x 5 Tottenham – Premier League
- 12/12 – Rangers 1 x 1 Tottenham – Liga Europa
- 08/12 – Tottenham 3 x 4 Chelsea – Premier League
- 05/12 – Bournemouth 1 x 0 Tottenham – Premier League
- 01/12 – Tottenham 1 x 1 Fulham – Premier League
Manchester United’s latest games: results
- 15/12 – Manchester City 1 x 2 Manchester United – Premier League
- 12/12 – Viktoria Plzen 1 x 2 Manchester United – European League
- 07/12 – Manchester United 2 x 3 Nottingham Forest – Premier League
- 04/12 – Arsenal 2 x 0 Manchester United – Premier League
- 01/12 – Manchester United 4 x 0 Everton – Premier League
