Manchester United vs Betis: Times, how to on TV | Europa League
Manchester United must put Sunday’s events behind them quickly as Real Betis visit Old Trafford in the Europa League.
While it will be hard to live down the 7-0 loss to Liverpool, Erik ten Hag’s side cannot risk dwelling on it as they fight across a number of different fronts.
The only way United can possibly put such a damaging defeat behind them is by ploughing ahead both in Europe as well as the FA Cup.
Having beaten Barcelona to get to this stage in the first place, United are under pressure to progress even further.
Betis, of course, boast quality but there is little doubt as to who is the favourite here.
Here’s everything you need to know about the game.
All the info you need to know on the Manchester United vs Betis game at Old Trafford on March 9th, which kicks off at 3 p.m. ET.
A Europa League ticket to the quarterfinals will be at stake when Manchester United and Betis go head-to-head at Old Trafford on Thursday in an intriguing first-leg game.
You can a live stream of the Manchester United vs Betis Europa League game on Paramount+.
When does Manchester United vs Betis kick off?
The game between Manchester United and Betis starts on Thursday, March 9th, 2023.
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Manchester United vs Betis preview
Manchester United
From glory to nightmare in just two weeks. Manchester United started dreaming about their chances in the Europa League when they eliminated Barcelona in the round of 32 but not long after that they suffered one of the worst humiliations in the club’s history by losing 7-0 to Liverpool in the Premier League.
The Red Devils’ 11-unbeaten game streak came to an end abruptly, but Erik ten Hag’s men will have to forget that game as soon as possible, as they will need to switch their mentality to face Betis in Europe.
United are currently sitting third in the Premier League standings with 45 points, 14 away from leaders Arsenal, who haved played one more game.
Before the game vs. The Reds, Man United had scored at least twice in 12 consecutive games in all competitions. Against the Spanish side, they will try to record their 20th unbeaten match in a row at Old Trafford.
Betis
Meanwhile, underdogs Betis will try to get the better of United taking advantage of United’s chaotic defeat.
Betis are in a similar situation in LaLiga, as they are sitting fifth with 41 points, only three behind fourth-placed Real Sociedad. The difference, though, is that Manuel Pellegrini’s men won their last three league games against Almeria, Real Valladolid and Elche before holding Real Madrid to a goalless draw last weekend.
Los Verdiblancos, who came out on top in five matches and drew one in the Europa League Group C, have only won one of their previous six games against English opposition.
Manchester United vs Real Betis team news
Marcel Sabitzer and Anthony Martial are definitely not available for ten Hag, with options looking a light.
United are also sweating over Casemiro’s fitness after the Brazil international reportedly picked up a knock away at Anfield. Raphael Varane is also believed to be a doubt due to a similar issue.
Betis manager and former Manchester City boss Manuel Pellegrini will be without Nabil Fekir for the foreseeable future after the French international suffered a season-ending knee injury.
Juan Cruz also misses out.
Manchester United vs Betis: prediction
It will be an interesting game, as United are the favorites playing at home and the team has looked impressive since the start of 2023 until last weekend. Betis, meanwhile, lost key player Fekir for the rest of the season through injury but looked good against Real Madrid last Sunday.
However, United proved against Barcelona they have the players to hurt anyone and they have way more experience than their opponents, which can be a decisive factor.
Manchester United 2-1 Betis