Manchester United play their last game of the season to round off a miserable campaign in the very first season after the retirement of their legendary manager Sir Alex Ferguson. A win against Southampton, who have been very good this season having bagged their highest ever points tally in the Premier League, can end the season on a high for the former Champions.
Here is the expected line-up for the Red Devils:
Goalkeeper: David de Gea
The young Spaniard is expected to continue on goal. He has really proved himself as arguably the most consistent Man Utd player this season and is on the verge of playing for his country in Spain.
Right Back: Rafael da Silva
The Brazilian missed out last week due to a thigh injury, but is widely expected to be fit for this game. Missed out on a World Cup spot, yet the right-back is a very crucial element in the Man Utd team, and is even more required because of the injury to Phil Jones.
Right Centre Back: Chris Smalling
The Englishman will deputize in the absence of Phil Jones. He has had a patchy career in Man Utd. Talent is evident, but his application of mind and his resilience has always been questioned by the Man Utd and England faithful. He should take this opportunity to develop some confidence before the World Cup in Brazil.
Left Centre Back: Nemanja Vidic
The departing Club Captain and Legend will be playing his last game for the Red Devils. Vidic would surely be missed. He would be known as one of the best defenders to have played in the league and for the Man Utd team. Despite that, he’d have to be on his toes as Southampton aren’t going to make his last match easy for him.
Left Back: Patrice Evra
He’s another old guard who is bound to exit the club. Entered the club alongside the departing skipper Vidic, he has made up his mind to seek new pastures. Despite that, Evra has still not confirmed where he’d go, giving thin hope to Man Utd fans about him signing a new contract. Southampton will be a good test of the defensive resilience of the Frenchman, something which has been questioned recently.
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