Manchester United will entertain Brentford at Old Trafford on Monday night as they look to secure a good result at home in the Premier League. The Red Devils managed to secure a narrow 1-0 win away at Chelsea recently, so they would be eager to keep their good form going in the league.
Michael Carrick will opt for the 4-2-3-1 formation once again and is expected to make one change to his first XI for this game. Harry Maguire could play from the start of this contest, while Noussair Mazraoui makes way for him and drops to the bench.
Senne Lammens will feature in between the sticks for the Red Devils after keeping a clean sheet in his last outing. Harry Maguire will resume his partnership with Ayden Heaven at the heart of the Man United backline as they look to keep the opposition attackers frustrated during the 90 minutes.
Diogo Dalot will try to prove his value as the right-back, while Luke Shaw hopes to catch the eye on the other flank as the left-back. Both of them will have to pick and choose their moments to join in on the attack.
Noussair Mazraoui will offer cover for the defensive positions on the bench. However, Leny Yoro will be in a race against time to be fit for this game.
LONDON, ENGLAND – APRIL 18: Diogo Dalot of Manchester United during the Premier League match between Chelsea and Manchester United at Stamford Bridge on April 18, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)
Casemiro will anchor the midfield along with Kobbie Mainoo as they focus on establishing their dominance over the opposition at the centre of the park.
The gifted trio of Matheus Cunha, Bruno Fernandes and Bryan Mbeumo will function just ahead of them as part of Man United‘s attack. All three of them need to be at their best if the Red Devils are to come out on top this Monday night.
Manuel Ugarte and Amad Diallo will have to be content with a spot on the bench as they wait for their chance to make an impact in the second 45 minutes if required.
Benjamin Sesko will lead the charge for the Mancunian giants up top. He has to find a way to be a constant menace in the final third.
Joshua Zirkzee will be named on the bench and might come on to influence the game in the final quarter if needed.