After that dismal performance against Swansea City in which the Red devils were victim to a late comeback, the injury to striker Robin Van Persie has poured salt over their wounds. With Radamel Falcao out of form and Wayne Rooney playing in the deep midfield role, the injury to the Flying Dutchman is the last thing Louis Van Gaal would have hoped for.
Having scored 10 goals for the Red devils already this season in the Premier League, Robin Van Persie has been the main reason of their resurgence under Louis Van Gaal.
While Manchester United epitomized their striking options in the summer after acquiring the likes of Radamel Falcao and Angel Di Maria, Van Persie is still the most useful player in the Manchester United outfit.
However, with his recent injury coming just at the wrong time, the Dutchman is expected to see a crucial period of matches from the sidelines. Starting from this weekend when the 20 time Premier League Champions will become hosts to the Black cats Sunderland, Manchester United will travel to Newcastle in the mid-week action of the Premier League.
And being the only chance for any silverware for them this season, a fixture in FA Cup against arch rivals Arsenal will be played at the Old Trafford next weekend.
Thus, with Robin Van Persie out and Radamel Falcao seemingly out of form, Louis Van Gaal will be forced to play Wayne Rooney in the striking department for the next 3 matches’ at-least.
Looking at their position in the Premier League table which is a major improvement from last season, the fact that only 4 points separate 4 sides that are aspiring for Champions League spot, is far from being comfortable for the Red devils.
Here is how they are expected to lineup against Sunderland on the weekend: –
Manchester United Lineup:
David de Gea – Rafael – Marcos Rojo – Phil Jones – Luke Shaw – Daley Blind – Ander Herrera – Juan Mata – Angel Di Maria – Wayne Rooney – Radamel Falcao
Manchester United Vs Sunderland will be played at the Old Trafford on Saturday, 28th February. [Match Center]
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