Manchester United XI vs Leicester: Dorgu debut – starting lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for FA Cup today

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Manchester United is set to face Leicester City in the FA Cup Fourth Round at Old Trafford tonight, with kick-off scheduled for 8:00 PM. The match will be broadcast live on ITV1 and streamed via ITVX. citeturn0news20

Confirmed Team News:

  • Injuries: Defender Lisandro Martínez has suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury, ruling him out for the remainder of the season. citeturn0search4 Luke Shaw is also unavailable due to a minor injury setback. citeturn0news21
  • Debuts: New signings Patrick Dorgu and Ayden Heaven are both available for selection and could make their debuts in this fixture. citeturn0search5

Predicted Starting Lineup:

Manager Ruben Amorim is expected to field a 3-4-2-1 formation:

  • Goalkeeper: Altay Bayindir
  • Defenders: Matthijs de Ligt, Harry Maguire, Leny Yoro
  • Midfielders: Noussair Mazraoui, Charlie Collyer, Kobbie Mainoo, Patrick Dorgu
  • Forwards: Amad Diallo, Joshua Zirkzee
  • Striker: Bruno Fernandes

This lineup reflects the team’s current injury situation and the inclusion of new signings. citeturn0search14

Additional Information:

  • Manager’s Comments: Ruben Amorim has acknowledged the team’s struggles, currently sitting 13th in the Premier League, and emphasized the importance of the FA Cup as a potential avenue for success this season. citeturn0news22
  • Match Significance: The game is particularly notable as former Manchester United striker Ruud van Nistelrooy returns to Old Trafford as Leicester City’s manager. citeturn0news20

For fans in the Republic of Ireland, the match will be broadcast exclusively on ITV1. However, ITVX’s streaming platform is geo-blocked in Ireland, so alternative viewing options may be necessary. citeturn0news21

Stay tuned for live updates and comprehensive coverage of the match as it unfolds.

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