Manchester United is set to face FC Porto tonight in Portugal, with manager Erik ten Hag likely to rest several key players, including Marcus Rashford, Kobbie Mainoo, and Joshua Zirkzee. Despite a recent injury scare, Mainoo has trained and traveled with the squad, but he may still be sidelined for this match, paving the way for Christian Eriksen’s return alongside Manuel Ugarte.

The defense is expected to remain unchanged, despite conceding three goals in their recent match against Tottenham. Andre Onana, who delivered a standout performance despite the scoreline, will start in goal. Noussair Mazraoui and Diogo Dalot are set to fill the full-back positions during the ongoing absence of Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia. Matthijs de Ligt and Lisandro Martinez are likely to retain their spots at center back, although Harry Maguire, who has recovered from injury, could be an option along with Victor Lindelof and Jonny Evans.

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Erik ten Hag has been rotating his wingers this season, and this trend is expected to continue tonight. Therefore, Rashford may sit out, allowing Amad Diallo to play on the right flank and Alejandro Garnacho on the left. Antony is also part of the traveling squad, but a starting position seems unlikely.

In the central attacking role, Bruno Fernandes will feature prominently. Unfortunately, Mason Mount is absent due to a head injury sustained during the weekend match, but he is expected to be available for the upcoming fixture against Aston Villa.

Rasmus Hojlund is anticipated to make his first start of the season in the number nine position, as Zirkzee has been struggling to adapt to Ten Hag’s tactics. The squad also includes reserve goalkeepers Altay Bayindir and Tom Heaton, alongside Casemiro and young talents Dan Gore and Toby Collyer.

Considering all these factors, here is our predicted lineup for the 8 PM kick-off:

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