PREDICTION: A 2-2 draw
FANTASY PICK: Juan Mata
KEY STAT: Robin van Persie has scored five goals in six Barclays Premier League games against Southampton.
- SOUTHAMPTON
Jack Cork faces at least six weeks on the sideline as Southampton's injury problems mount. Saints manager Ronald Koeman revealed the midfielder sustained ankle ligament damage in Wednesday's defeat at Arsenal, when Toby Alderweireld was forced off with a hamstring complaint that makes him a doubt. Morgan Schneiderlin is unavailable, as are long-term absentees Jay Rodriguez (knee), James Ward-Prowse (foot) and Sam Gallagher (knee)> But Dusan Tadic has overcome a knock.
Expert Analysis: Toby Alderweireld (Hamstring): The Belgian was one of three players to suffer problems at the Emirates on Wednesday, although Dusan Tadic was fatigue related and should be fine. Along with Jack Cork (ankle), the pair will have a scan to determine the full extent of their injuries, although neither are expected to feature. Even the smallest of tears could keep Alderweireld out for about two weeks, with Southampton unlikely to risk their summer loan signing for fear of exacerbating the problem that could keep him out for longer.
- MANCHESTER UNITED
Wayne Rooney will be fit, Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal has confirmed. Captain Rooney had a scan on Thursday to examine a possible knee problem but has been given the all-clear. However, record signing Angel di Maria will not be ready to return from his hamstring injury in time for the trip to the south coast. Luke Shaw (ankle), Jonny Evans (ankle), Rafael (groin), Daley Blind (knee) and Phil Jones (calf) are all expected to miss out. |
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