Wigan v Manchester United Prediction: FA Cup fever reaches its peak as underdog Wigan host Manchester United in tonight’s final third-round tie. Despite Wigan’s League One status, United’s recent wobbly form (1 win in 6) adds intrigue to this David vs Goliath showdown.
Wigan v Man United H2H
-
David vs. Goliath looms: Wigan, despite being underdogs, boast the most FA Cup third-round scalps of Premier League giants since 2013, while Manchester United haven’t stumbled in this stage for years.
-
History favors giants: United dominate the overall head-to-head, having trounced Wigan 18 times out of 19.Their sole FA Cup clash, a 4-0 rout in 2017, further emphasizes the gulf.
-
Can Wigan defy the odds? Their recent Monday magic in the FA Cup (five straight wins) could be the underdog’s secret weapon against United’s third-round dominance.
Wigan v Man United Form
Wigan, despite recent stumbles (3 losses in 5), have quietly built a wall (4 clean sheets in 5 home games). United, floundering on the road (winless in 5), face a fortress. Can they storm it, or will their woes deepen?
Wigan vs Man United Team News
Wigan’s Wounded Warriors: Injuries bite Wigan as Pearce and Kerr are out, Humphrys and Smith are questionable, and Balagizi’s loan ends. Magennis and McManaman lead the charge, seeking an upset under the floodlights.
Man United’s Medical Boost: Onana available for cup and potentially Spurs clash as AFCON call-up nears. Key returns of Shaw, Malacia, and others loom in January, boosting United’s depth.
Predicted Lineups:
-
Wigan: Tickle; Clare, Hughes, Morrison, Sessegnon; Shaw, Adeeko; McManaman, Lang, Godo; Magennis (Doubts: Humphrys, Smith)
-
Man United: Onana; Wan-Bissaka, Varane, Evans, Dalot; McTominay, Mainoo; Garnacho, Fernandes, Rashford; Hojlund (Possible return: McTominay)
Prediction
Despite a dismal season and goal drought, Man United face League One Wigan in the FA Cup with a strong XI. The Cup’s prestige pushes Ten Hag to unleash the Red Devils’ full force, making Wigan an underdog with grit but likely outmatched.
Leave a Reply