Manchester United faces Brentford following a significant 3-0 victory against Athletic Club in the UEFA Europa League semifinal, though manager Ruben Amorim is cautious about exhausting key players before their upcoming rematch. Brentford, who previously defeated United 4-0 in 2022 and drew 1-1 in the last season, will host the game with some players returning from injury, such as Aaron Hickey and Igor Thiago, while others like Vitaly Janelt remain sidelined. Brentford's Yoane Wissa, having scored 17 goals this season, is expected to continue his strong performance. United's lineup will feature Matthijs de Ligt, Mason Mount, and Chido Obi, with Christian Eriksen on the bench, as Amorim focuses on maintaining player fitness. The match is available for viewing through various streaming services across different regions, including Peacock in the USA and Optus Sport in Australia.

Manchester United approaches their match against Brentford with a strategic caution due to their current standing in the Premier League and the upcoming Europa League semifinal return leg against Athletic Club. Manager Ruben Amorim aims to preserve key players' fitness rather than risk injuries, given their strong 3-0 lead in the first leg.

Brentford has a notable history against Manchester United, including a 4-0 victory in August 2022 and a 1-1 draw last season. They are strengthening their squad with the return of Aaron Hickey and Igor Thiago from injuries, while Vitaly Janelt, Josh Dasilva, and Fabio Carvalho remain out due to various injuries.

Yoane Wissa stands out in Brentford's squad with an impressive 17 goals in 31 Premier League matches this season, showcasing his capability to influence the outcome of the game significantly. Brentford's lineup will feature a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Wissa leading the attack.

Manchester United's lineup includes a mix of experienced players and emerging talents, with Matthijs de Ligt and Mason Mount providing stability and experience. Young players like Tyler Fredricson, Harry Amass, and Chido Obi are also expected to contribute, while Christian Eriksen is available as a substitute.

The match will be accessible to fans across various platforms, with streaming options like Peacock in the USA and Optus Sport in Australia. This wide availability ensures that fans around the world can tune in to watch the Premier League clash.

Manchester United travel to Brentford on Sunday boosted by the best result of the Ruben Amorim era.

United were 3-0 winners in Bilbao against Athletic Club in the first leg of their UEFA Europa League semifinal in midweek.

However, with the Red Devils' Premier League season effectively a write-off, Amorim is unlikely to take any chances with his key men at the Gtech Community Stadium this weekend, with Athletic visiting Old Trafford for the return leg on Thursday.

Brentford have a decent record against United on their own patch, sharing a 1-1 draw last season after claiming a famous 4-0 victory in August 2022.

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Brentford have Aaron Hickey and Igor Thiago back in full training following lengthy injury lay-offs.

However, Vitaly Janelt is likely to miss the remaining games this term with a heel injury and joins Josh Dasilva and ex-Liverpool man Fabio Carvalho in the treatment room.

Yoane Wissa continued his excellent individual season with a goal in Brentford's 2-0 win over Champions League-chasing Nottingham Forest last time out. The Congolese forward has 17 goals in 31 Premier League appearances this term.

Brentford (4-2-3-1, right to left): Flekken (GK) — Kayode, Collins, Van den Berg, Lewis-Potter — Norgaard, Yarmolyuk — Mbeumo, Damsgaard, Schade — Wissa

Brentford subs: Valdimarsson (GK), Henry, Pinnock, Jensen, Thiago, Mee, Ajer, Konak, Nunes

Injured: Janelt (heel), Dasilva (knee), Rodrigues (knee), Carvalho (shoulder)
Suspended: None

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Despite United's healthy advantage in their Europa League semifinal, Amorim has pledged not to take any unnecessary risks. "We always have a responsibility to perform. We always have a responsibility to offer the result. But in this moment, we have to be clear: our focus is more on saving players and trying to be competitive," he said. "It's not a good thing to say, but we need to understand the context."

Amorim confirmed Noussair Mazraoui will not be risked, given his recent workload and the fact that Diogo Dalot remains out with a calf injury. Matthijs de Ligt returned to the bench in Bilbao and stars here alongside youngsters Tyler Fredricson, Harry Amass and Chido Obi.

Experience is provided by Mason Mount, who scored in this fixture last season. Former Brentford playmaker Christian Eriksen is on the bench.

Man United (3-4-2-1, right to left): Bayindir (GK) — Fredricson, De Ligt, Shaw — Dorgu, Mainoo, Ugarte, Amass — Garnacho, Mount — Obi

Man United subs: Heaton (GK), Lindelof, Fernandes, Maguire, Hojlund, Eriksen, Yoro, Amad, Casemiro

Injured: Mazraoui (fatigue) L. Martinez (ACL), Zirkzee (hamstring), Dalot (calf), Evans (undisc.) Heaven (ankle, doubt), Collyer (leg, doubt)
Suspended: None

Brentford vs. Man United live stream, TV channel

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