Manchester United XI vs Bournemouth: Predicted lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for Premier League today

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·20. März 2026

Manchester United XI vs Bournemouth: Predicted lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for Premier League today

Benjamin Sesko vying to start as Michael Carrick eyes another crucial victory

Manchester United face an attacking dilemma for tonight’s Premier League clash with Bournemouth.

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Big-money summer signing Benjamin Sesko is in a hot streak of goalscoring form, but has done most of his damage as an impact substitute since Michael Carrick took charge in January.

The Slovenian international had struggled in his first few months at Old Trafford under Ruben Amorim, but has exploded into life with Carrick at the helm.

Sesko broke into the side against Crystal Palace, repaying his manager’s faith with the decisive goal in a 2-1 win at Old Trafford.

The 22-year-old then started in the 2-1 defeat at Newcastle, but did not get on the scoresheet at St James’ Park, despite playing the full 90 minutes.

As a result, he was dropped back to the bench for the visit of Aston Villa, with Amad Diallo reinstalled on the right flank as Bryan Mbeumo led the line, and Matheus Cunha played off the left.

However, Sesko proved his worth once more as a sub, scoring the third goal in front of the Stretford End as United secured an important three points in their chase for Champions League qualification.

In form: Benjamin Sesko has scored eight goals in his last 10 games for Manchester United

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Injury-wise, United are still without Lisandro Martinez, Patrick Dorgu and Matthijs de Ligt, while Mason Mount returned to the matchday squad against Villa but Noussair Mazraoui has been dealing with illness.

Carrick has been consistent with his team selections of late, and you would expect him to make few changes - if any - as the Red Devils travel to Bournemouth.

Senne Lammens will continue in goal, with Harry Maguire partnered by Leny Yoro in Martinez’s absence.

Casemiro and Kobbie Mainoo’s midfield partnership has been a revelation, while Bruno Fernandes is the form player in the Premier League right now.

The only real question mark is whether Sesko starts, and who drops out of the side. The most likely candidate would be Amad, and that would see Mbeumo shift back out wide to accommodate the Slovenian through the middle.

Injured: De Ligt, Dorgu, Martinez

Doubt: Mazraoui

Time and date: 8pm GMT on Friday March 20, 2026

Venue: Vitality Stadium, Bournemouth

How to watch: Sky Sports