Manchester United take on newly promoted Sunderland on Saturday, October 4th at 3 pm. The visitors have had an excellent start to the season and are currently fifth in the Premier League table. Whereas United have seen little to no improvement in their form from last season, despite spending big during the summer, and are currently 14th. The Black Cats beat Nottingham Forest away from home last time out and will travel to Old Trafford full of confidence. The Red Devils, on the other hand, lost 3-1 at Brentford with head coach Rubin Amorim under increasing pressure.
Here, we take a look at the latest injury news for both teams ahead of the game and how to watch wherever you are in the world.
Manchester United vs Sunderland: Injury News and How to Watch
Manchester United Injury News
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Noussair Mazraoui – Rubin Amorim has confirmed that the defender will be out until after the international break due to injury.
Lisandro Martinez – Suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury earlier this year. Has returned to partial training but is not expected to be available until the end of the year.
Returning
Amad Diallo – The former Sunderland loanee missed the Brentford defeat after being given compassionate leave following a family bereavement.
Casemiro – The experienced midfielder also missed the defeat at Brentford due to a one-match suspension. He is expected to start this weekend.
Tyrell Malacia – Recently reintegrated into the first team squad after being made available for transfer during the summer. However, he has reportedly impressed in training and is in contention to be part of the squad.
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Sunderland Injury News
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Reinildo – Currently serving a three-match suspension after being sent off in the home draw against Aston Villa. Will be available for selection against Chelsea.
Habib Diarra – Required surgery on a groin injury and is not expected to return until December.
Romain Mundle – Injured during pre-season, the winger is not expected to be back in contention until after the next international break.
Dennis Cirkin – Still suffering from a wrist injury that has caused him issues since last season. Expected back in around a month.
Aji Alese – Out since January, but has begun light training. Another who could be back within a month
Leio Hjelde – Had surgery on both achilles during the summer. Back in light training.
Fit to Play
Nordi Mukiele – There was speculation that the defender was set to miss out this weekend; however, head coach Regis Le Fee confirmed in his pre-match press conference that he was available for selection.
How to Watch
Unless you reside in the United Kingdom, no matter where you are on Saturday at 5:30 pm GMT, you can watch Manchester United vs Sunderland live.
Courtesy of safc.com, here is a full list of broadcasters showing the game.
The game will also be broadcast live on local radio stations and on Radio 5 Sports Extra
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