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A Manchester United team depleted by injuries and suspension host a typically battle-hardened West Bromwich Albion side at Old Trafford on Saturday. This international break has been costly: Defenders Chris Smalling and Phil Jones are both confirmed out with injury, and now it’s been reported that Juan Mata’s season could be over as well. Paul Pogba is still probably unavailable, and Ander Herrera and Zlatan Ibrahimović are both suspended.
With so many missing bodies in midfield and attack, a return to action for Wayne Rooney is likely, and Mourinho has confirmed his availability. In defense, a similar raft of injuries means that the back-line mostly picks itself.
With a hectic April ahead, United will hope to kick off a crucial month with an important win in their chase for Champions League qualification. A repeat of the 0-2 win in the reverse fixture would be welcome. West Brom, with few players having departed on international duty, should enter this one rested and refreshed, and Tony Pulis has no real injury concerns in his squad to manage.
HOW TO WATCH
When: 15:00 UK, 10:00 on the east coast, 07:00 on the west
Where: Old Trafford, Manchester
Television: The match is not being broadcast on TV in the UK. Over in the US, you'll want CNBC or NBC Universo. Everybody else, head on over to LiveSoccerTV to find your viewing options.
Streaming: Try the MUTV app or TalkSport Radio, or NBC Sports Live and NBC Universo Now in the US.
This will also be our Live Thread for the game, so share your thoughts as the action unfolds in the comments section.