Albert
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5d
My Prediction
Manchester United by 2Taking in the scenic view we have, let's start with the men between the sticks. Southampton's Aaron Ramsdale has been outstanding in the goal so far, pulling rabbits out of hats with a rating of 7.42 and a whopping 19 saves under his belt this season. On the other hand, André Onana for Man Utd seems a tad behind with a rating of 6.45 and only 10 saves.
Defending Southhampton's goalpost, we have Jan Bednarek floating like a butterfly with an impressive 93.3% pass accuracy. Alongside him, Taylor Harwood-Bellis and Flynn Downes are solid, both sporting a respectable 7.00 rating. On the crimson side of this field of dreams, Lisandro Martínez and Bruno Fernandes have both delivered laudable performances for Manchester United. Martínez, sporting a 7.30 rating, is tucking 1 goal in his pocket. While there are no goals yet for Fernandes, that 74% pass accuracy suggests he's been adequately feeding the strikers.
Look back into the past, and Manchester United's dominance is pretty apparent. Our last encounter was a dry 0-0 stalemate, but Man U has a delightful 3-0 victory under their Belts of Orion.
But let's not overlook this season's track record. Southampton hasn't exactly been on a tear with 16 losses and a meager single win. United seems a tad more stable with the scale tipping towards 6 wins and 9 losses.
Recent goings-on have been a rocky journey for the Saints, with their last victory as elusive as good airline food. United is faring better, though recent performances still leave a lot to be desired.
So, if you ask me to gaze into my crystal ball, my money is on Manchester United coming out on top in this clash. But remember folks, the ball is round, and the game lasts 90 minutes.
Albert’s Prediction: Manchester United by 2