Tottenham are unbeaten in four meetings with Manchester United, their longest streak for a decade, including a thumping 3-0 victory at Old Trafford in September. However, the Red Devils have won the last two League Cup clashes between the duo, including prevailing on penalties in the 2009 final.
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The tie of the round in the Carabao Cup has been saved for last, but who will be celebrating a semi-final spot on Thursday night in North London? Earlier this season, Ange Postecoglou declared that he always wins a trophy in his second season, a fact Spurs supporters are desperate to remain true because, by the time the final comes round, it'll be in excess of 17 years since their club captured silverware. So far in this competition, the Lilywhites have left it late to beat Coventry, scoring twice at the death, before battling to a 2-1 victory over Man City in October, with goals from Timo Werner and Pape Matar Sarr seemingly starting the Sky Blues' death spiral.
In more recent times, Tottenham had been winless in five, before ending that sequence in some style on Sunday night, smashing Southampton 5-0 at St Mary's, all the goals coming in the first half, including James Maddison breaking the deadlock inside 44 seconds. Despite this victory, Spurs remain tenth in the Premier League table, ahead of Sunday's heavyweight clash with leaders Liverpool, meaning cup competitions are what's keeping the spark alive for Postecoglou's team, making victory in this tie so crucial.
Manchester United meantime, backed by 5,800 supporters, will be brimming with confidence, following derby day victory in the most dramatic circumstances on Sunday. Despite being a goal down with just two minutes to play, the Red Devils, somehow, turned it around to beat Man City at the Etihad, with Bruno Fernandes equalising from the penalty spot before, 115 seconds later, Amad spectacularly snatched victory.
Rúben Amorim's team had lost back-to-back league outings beforehand, meaning Man United are actually a point below their hosts, down in 13th, so like Spurs are targeting glory in the cup competitions to salvage this season. This will be Man United's third EFL Cup tie of the campaign, led by three different managers, smashing Barnsley 7-0 under Erik ten Hag, before Ruud van Nistelrooy oversaw the demolition of his future employers Leicester, ending 5-2. So, will Amorim enjoy another statement victory on the road, or can Spurs make home advantage count?
Tottenham Hotspur vs Manchester United Head-to-Head Record
- Matches Played: 202.
- Tottenham Hotspur Wins: 55. Draws: 51. Manchester United Wins: 96.
Tottenham Hotspur Team News
Ange Postecoglou is still without Guglielmo Vicario, Micky van de Ven, Cristian Romero, Ben Davies, Mikey Moore, Wilson Odobert and Richarlsion, while Rodrigo Bentancur remains suspended, after his seven-game suspension was upheld following appeal. In better news, Yves Bissouma can returned following a one-match ban, while Djed Spence made his full-Premier League debut on Sunday night, doing so 881 days after signing. He may be needed again, after Destiny Udogie hobbled off during the first half at Southampton, this time filling in at left-back, with Sergio Reguilón in the proverbial wilderness. Lastly, James Maddison's brace by the South Coast could see him keep his place, chosen over Brennan Johnson.
Tottenham Hotspur predicted lineup vs Manchester United: (4-2-3-1): Forster; Porro, Gray, Drăgușin, Spence; Matar Sarr, Bissouma, Kuluševski, Maddison, Son Heung-min; Solanke.
Tottenham Hotspur Players to Watch vs Manchester United
Dejan Kuluševski has been on target during each of Spurs' last three matches, taking his tally to five goals for the campaign, one of which came during the demolition at Old Trafford, so will the Swede's scoring spree continue?
Manchester United Team News
The headline team news at the weekend was that both Alejandro Garnacho and Marcus Rashford were left out of the squad for the Manchester derby, so it'll be interesting to see if either are brought back into the fold. Rúben Amorim continues to make wholesale changes on a game-by-game basis, with Kobbie Mainoo likely to come into midfield, after Mason Mount hobbled off just 14 minutes into Sunday's victory. Leny Yoro could also start for just the second time in defence while, in goal, Altay Bayındır has started both EFL Cup ties so far, but André Onana is expected to be between the sticks.
Manchester United predicted lineup vs Tottenham Hotspur: (4-3-3): Onana; Yoro, de Ligt, Martínez; Dalot, Ugarte, Mainoo, Mazraoui; Fernandes, Amad, Højlund.
Manchester United Player to Watch vs Tottenham Hotspur
Bruno Fernandes slotted home his sixth of the season from 12 yards on Sunday, while the midfielder has previously netted three times against Spurs, two of which have come from the penalty spot.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Manchester United Prediction
This tie is so tough to call, but we're backing Manchester United to leave North London victorious. The Red Devils boast significantly greater squad depth right now, which could make a massive difference, so buoyed by their comeback victory at the weekend, we're forecasting that Man United will sneak through to the last four: Tottenham Hotspur 1-2 Manchester United.
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How to watch Tottenham Hotspur vs Manchester United Carabao Cup game on TV channel?
Tottenham Hotspur vs Manchester United Carabao Cup game will be available on the following TV channels;
- UK: Sky Sports Main Event, Football & Ultra HD.
- USA: Paramount+
- Canada: DAZN Canada
How to watch Tottenham Hotspur vs Manchester United Carabao Cup game on live streaming?
Tottenham Hotspur vs Manchester United Carabao Cup game will be available on the following streaming services;
- UK: Sky Sports+, Sky Go & NOW TV.
- USA: Paramount+
- Canada: DAZN Canada
What is the date and kick-off time for Tottenham Hotspur vs Manchester United in the Carabao Cup?
Tottenham Hotspur vs Manchester United takes place on Thursday 19 December 2024, with kick off at 20:00 (GMT), 15:00 (EDT) & 12:00 (PST).