Suara.com – Friday (12/3/2021) early morning WIB, Manchester United will entertain AC Milan in the first leg of the last 16 of the Europa League.
This duel between the two top clubs in England and Italy on the European scene is the umpteenth time. Finally, the two of them clashed in the last 16 of the 2009/10 Champions League season.
At that time, Milan narrowly lost 3-2 in the first leg. Likewise in the second leg. In their last visit to Old Trafford, Milan were slaughtered by United 4-0.
The match, which lasts more than a decade, may not be used as a benchmark for the two teams’ duel this time in the Europa League. But at least Milan have the opportunity to write off the embarrassing record 11 years ago.
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Manchester United looks at this match with full confidence after breaking Manchester City’s record 21 consecutive wins in the Premier League. Likewise with Milan who beat Verona in their last match in domestic competition.
The two teams are currently also listed as the top residents of the standings in their respective leagues.
Man United are in second place in the Premier League standings, 11 points behind leaders Manchester City. Likewise with Milan in the Serie A standings, which are currently in second place with a distance of six points from Inter Milan in the top position.
Looking at the composition of the players of the two teams, it seems difficult to guess who is seeded in this match. As is known, Milan is currently being strengthened by a former United player, Zlatan Ibrahimovic. Also a MU player on loan, Diogo Dalot.
While the Red Devils also have experienced players facing Serie A clubs, such as Paul Pogba, Bruno Fernandes and also Edinson Cavani.
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However, the player material and the experience the team leaders in each camp have are not enough to guarantee a winner for this match. Because it all depends on the intelligence of each tactician.
Big Europa League matches at Old Trafford can be watched streaming by clicking the following link: Link Live Streaming Manchester United vs AC Milan.
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