Manchester United are heading into their Everton showdown with confidence restored, and a possible starting XI circulating ahead of the clash has sparked serious excitement among supporters. 🔴🔥
Michael Carrick’s side finally got their Premier League campaign moving in spectacular fashion last weekend, recovering from the disappointing defeat to Hull City by producing a thrilling 5-2 comeback victory over Ipswich Town at Old Trafford.
Now the focus turns to Everton, and the biggest question is whether Carrick will stick with the attacking blueprint that produced such an explosive second half against Ipswich or make further changes.
🧤 LAMMENS BETWEEN THE POSTS
Senne Lammens is expected to continue in goal, giving United a young but increasingly trusted presence at the back.
The goalkeeper will know that Everton are likely to test United much more physically, particularly with the home crowd behind them. United’s defensive display against Ipswich still contained warning signs despite the five-goal victory, meaning Lammens could be called upon at crucial moments. 👀🧤
🛡️ EXPERIENCE AT THE BACK
The proposed defence features Luke Shaw, Lisandro Martínez, Harry Maguire and Diogo Dalot.
That combination offers Carrick a mixture of experience, aggression and passing ability.
Maguire arrives after scoring in the dramatic victory over Ipswich, while Martínez will be expected to provide his trademark intensity and composure. Shaw’s relationship with the players ahead of him could also be important as United look to build attacks from the left.
Dalot, meanwhile, provides the flexibility to push forward and create an extra attacking outlet when United dominate possession.
⚙️ SANTOS & MAINOO: THE MIDFIELD BATTLE
The potential pairing of Andrey Santos and Kobbie Mainoo is arguably one of the most intriguing elements of this XI. 🔥
Mainoo was one of United’s standout performers against Ipswich, earning widespread praise for his influence in midfield. Carrick has also continued to trust the youngster, while Harry Maguire has spoken highly of Mainoo’s development and defensive improvement.
Santos would bring energy, ball-carrying ability and physical presence alongside him.
If Carrick chooses this combination, United could have the perfect platform for their attacking players to operate higher up the pitch.
🎩 BRUNO FERNANDES IS COOKING AGAIN
Then comes the man who currently has every United supporter talking.
Bruno Fernandes. 🇵🇹🔥
The captain was absolutely sensational against Ipswich, scoring a hat-trick and helping United turn a difficult situation into a statement victory.
Fernandes’ three-goal display was particularly significant because it came after United had fallen behind, with the Portuguese midfielder once again showing why he remains central to Carrick’s plans.
And there is something dangerous about Fernandes going into the next game full of confidence.
Everton simply cannot afford to give him time around the penalty area. 🎯
⚡ CUNHA + MBEUMO = TROUBLE
Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo provide the explosive ingredients on either side of the attack.
Cunha’s movement can pull defenders away from their positions, while Mbeumo offers pace, directness and the ability to attack space behind the defence.
Mbeumo also got himself on the scoresheet against Ipswich, adding another layer of confidence to an attack that suddenly looks far more threatening.
Put Fernandes between those two and Everton could have a serious problem on their hands. 😮💨🔥
🚨 ŠEŠKO LEADING THE ATTACK?
The biggest talking point from the graphic is undoubtedly Benjamin Šeško at centre-forward.
The Slovenian striker would give United a natural focal point, allowing Cunha to operate from the left while Mbeumo attacks from the opposite side.
His physical presence, movement and ability to stretch defensive lines could make United considerably more dangerous in transition.
However, this is where supporters should keep their excitement in check: the circulating graphic is a possible XI, not an officially confirmed team sheet. Current predicted-lineup reporting has also suggested alternative combinations, with some projections using Cunha as the central attacker and other players filling the wide positions.
The confirmed starting XI will only be known when the official team news is released.
🔥 UNITED HAVE MOMENTUM… BUT EVERTON WILL TEST THEM
United’s 5-2 victory over Ipswich was exactly the kind of response Carrick needed after the opening-day setback against Hull.
The comeback demonstrated the team’s attacking quality, but it also exposed defensive weaknesses that Everton will undoubtedly study.
That makes Sunday’s contest fascinating.
United have the attacking firepower.
Bruno is in devastating form.
Mainoo is growing in influence.
Mbeumo has already opened his account.
Cunha is capable of producing magic.
And Šeško could provide the focal point that brings everything together. 🔴🔥
But Everton will have no intention of simply sitting back and admiring United’s new-look attack.
This could be another chaotic Premier League afternoon for Carrick’s Red Devils. 👀💥
🔴 POSSIBLE MANCHESTER UNITED XI
Lammens
Dalot • Maguire • Martínez • Shaw
Santos • Mainoo
Mbeumo • Bruno Fernandes • Cunha
Šeško
On paper, that XI screams ATTACK! ATTACK! ATTACK! 🚨🔥
And after Bruno’s extraordinary hat-trick against Ipswich, United supporters will be wondering one thing:
Can the captain produce another masterclass against Everton? 👀🎩🔴
