MANCHESTER UNITED begin their Premier League title charge with a home match against long-time rivals Leeds.
Marcelo Bielsa’s side will be hoping to improve on their result against Man Utd at Old Trafford last season, where they lost 6-2.
But United have made impressive signings in Jadon Sancho and Raphael Varane since then.
What time does Man Utd vs Leeds kick-off?
- Man Utd’s opening Premier League game will get underway from 12.30pm UK time on Saturday, August 14.
- The game will take place at Old Trafford in Manchester.
- The stadium will be at full capacity following the ending of crowd restrictions in the UK.
What channel is it and can it be live streamed?
- Man Utd vs Leeds will be shown live on BT Sport 1 and BT Sport 1 HD.
- You can live stream the action from the BT Sport app, which is available for download onto your mobile device, tablet or Smart TV.
- Coverage of the game will begin from 11.30am UK time.
Can I watch for FREE?
- EE customers can get BT Sport INCLUDED to their plan at no extra cost if they are on a plan with Smart Benefits – simply log in to EE and choose BT Sport app.
- And then get it on the big screen by texting SPORT to 150 to get a FREE three-month trial of large screen so you can cast all the action on your TV.
- At the end of the three months you will automatically roll onto the £15 per month subscription unless cancelled.
Team news
Man Utd will have to do without a number of first-team stars for their home clash with Leeds.
Edinson Cavani isn’t likely to be in United’s squad, having been given extra-time to recover following his Copa America duties.
Jadon Sancho should make his debut but don’t be surprised if that’s from the bench.
Diego Llorente will miss the game with a leg injury while Jamie Shackleton has been passed fit for the clash.
Stuart Dallas and Calvin Phillips should start in midfield for Bielsa’s side.
Odds
- Man Utd win – 40/85
- Draw – 7/2
- Leeds win – 9/2
*Odds courtesy of Betfair and correct at time of publication.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
