Predicted Manchester United line-up v Real Betis

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Manchester United take on Real Betis on Saturday night – just before England’s World Cup quarter-final.

United’s game against Betis will be kick-off at 5pm, with England’s knockout tie at 7pm.

The midweek game against Cadiz ended in a 4-2 defeat, with United showing clear signs of rust by conceding twice inside the first 13 minutes.

There were positives to take from the fixture, with United now set for a tougher test against Betis, who are sixth in La Liga, level on points with Atletico Madrid.

Predicted Manchester United line-up v Real Betis

Manchester United’s squad is stretched at present due to key stars being away at the World Cup.

The starters who did play 45 minutes against Cadiz, largely did not take their chance, with Zidane Iqbal and Anthony Martial the two exceptions.

Erik ten Hag has to work out whether to change up his selection, or double down, hoping the players can learn from the lessons of Wednesday night, and show an improved performance with extra minutes in the bank.

Considering many of these players will be required for the Carabao Cup fixture against Burnley on December 21, Ten Hag has little choice.

He spoke after the game to say he was pleased with the youngsters who came on in the second half, even though there were some errors.

Kobbie Mainoo was praised after his display in the second half, and there could be a temptation to find a spot for him in the line-up. Most probably though, he will be back on the bench.

The one change we do anticipate is in goal, where David de Gea needs game time, and will be keen to impress in his native Spain, especially after Luis Enrique’s exit as national team boss.

De Gea trained on Thursday after sitting out against Cadiz, and he is likely to feature, especially after Dubravka’s underwhelming performance.

Another change could come at right-back, where Aaron Wan-Bissaka struggled against Cadiz. His United career was already hanging by a thread, and under-21 star Marc Jurado could get the nod instead.