Manchester United vs Granada Betting Tips

Manchester United hosts Granada at Old Trafford on 16 April 2021 at 0:30 IST in the second leg of the UEFA Europa League quarter-final. The red devils defeated Granada by a scoreline of 0-2 in the first leg and have gained vital two away goals. Granada defeated Real Valladolid 1-2 in their last LaLiga match whereas United made yet another comeback after a goal down to beat Tottenham Spurs 1-3. A thrilling match is expected between these two sides, 

Manchester United Form & Team News

Manchester United is now in a red hot form and is closing in on Manchester City at the top of the premier league table. After 31 matches, they are placed second on the premier league table with 63 points. United is unbeaten in their last five league matches and has performed well at home this season. In the first leg, they completely dominated over Granda and scored two away goals. Manchester United will look to win this match and qualify for the next round. 

Manchester United will miss the services of Daniel James, Anthony Martial, and Phil Jones who are all out injured. Eric Bailly has tested positive for COVID-19 and will potentially miss this fixture. Bruno Fernandes has performed well in the UEL and has scored three goals while providing one assist this season. Harry Maguire, Victor Lindelöf, and Shaw are all expected to start with David de Gea at goal. Barring a few last-minute injury crises, Ole Gunnar Solskjær is likely to start with the same eleven that started in the first leg against Granada. 

Granada Form & Team News

Granada is having a mixed season and is currently placed at the eighth position in the LaLiga with 39 points. They have managed to win 11, draw six, and have lost 13 this season in the LaLiga. Granada was not able to perform well at home and lost comprehensively to Manchester United in the first of the quarter-final. They have not performed well away from home and have lost nine of 15 away games in the La Liga. 

Domingos Duarte, Luis Milla, and Neyder Lozano are all out injured and will miss this fixture against Granada. Roberto Soldado has been the best player for Granada this season. The veteran has scored two goals this season in the UEL and is expected to provide a good performance against United. Diego Martínez needs to inspire his team after going down in the first leg. He is expected to start with a similar eleven as in the first leg with Soldado, Antonio Puertas, and Kenedy forming the attack. Rui Silva is expected to start as the goalkeeper. 

Odds by Casumo

According to the Casumo sportsbook, Manchester United is the favorite to win the match. They are placed at 1.47 odds, while Granada is placed at 7.00 and the draw is at 4.30.

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Our Tipster’s Angle

Manchester United has been dominant this season. By defeating Granada, they won their 22nd first leg away match in the European competition. It has to be noted that they have progressed from all 21 of their previous ties. In LaLiga, Granada has won only one of its last five away games and has not looked in the greatest of touches. With the likes of Marcus Rashford and Bruno Fernandes in fine form, Manchester United is the favorite to win this tie and progress to the next round. 

Tip 1: Total Goals by Manchester United – Over 1.5

In the five Europa League fixtures this season, Manchester United has scored eight goals while averaging 1.6 goals per match. They have scored at will at home this season. They have scored 31 goals in 15 home premier league matches. In the Europa League, United averages 8.60 shots per game, of which 4.60 shots are on target. Bruno Fernandes has been the top scorer for United this season in the premier league as well as in the Europa League. Granada has conceded nine goals in 11 matches in the UEL. While playing away, Granada has conceded 31 goals in 15 LaLiga matches. With good attacking players in the line-up, the total goals scored by Manchester United in the match are expected to be over 1.5, and 1.57 odds are available for the same on the Casumo sportsbook.

Tip 2: Manchester United to Win

Manchester United has conceded only one goal in this season of the UEL. Of five matches played in the UEL, the red devils have kept four clean sheets. Granada has lost three of its last five LaLiga matches and has a bad away record this season. They have won only one of their last five away matches and have accumulated only 12 points in 15 away games in the LaLiga. Manchester United has been on a winning run at home and is unbeaten in its last five home premier league matches. Considering the quality of players and home turf advantage, Manchester United is likely to win this encounter against Granada, and 1.47 odds are available for the same on the Casumo sportsbook.

Conclusion

Manchester United is marching towards yet another European glory and Granada will find it hard to stop them. While the red devils are the favorites to win this contest, Granada will try to put up a tough fight to stop United’s winning run. Considering the quality on both sides, this match is expected to be an exciting one. Summarizing a couple of bets mentioned above

1. Total Goals By Manchester United – Over 1.5 @ 1.57
2. Manchester United To Win @ 1.47

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