Manchester United vs Luton
Premier League
Saturday
11th November 2023
Old Trafford
The most comprehensive preview, detailed analysis and reliable predictions of the Premier League gameweek 12 fixture between Manchester United and Luton.
Manchester United vs Luton: Preview
Manchester United form analysis
United’s recent run of games has showcased their ongoing inconsistencies under Erik ten Hag. They started with a disappointing 1-0 home loss to Crystal Palace, caught out by Andersen’s first half header. However, there were signs of life next game as they dramatically beat Brentford 2-1 in stoppage time courtesy of two McTominay goals. Building on this, United ground out a gritty come from behind 2-1 away win at Sheffield United thanks to goals from McTominay and Dalot after initially going behind.
However, familiar problems surfaced in a heavy 0-3 home loss to rivals Man City, totally outclassed after a passive first half. Most recently they left it late to beat Fulham 1-0 away thanks to a 90th minute Fernandes goal in another unconvincing display. Overall, ten Hag’s United remains a team very much in transition – capable of moments of quality but also concerning defensive frailties and overreliance on stars like Fernandes and Casemiro. Signs of progress are there but greater consistency is badly needed.
Luton form analysis
Town’s recent run of games has showcased their typical endeavour and grit but also limitations in quality. They started with a valiant 1-2 home cup loss to Burnley, equalizing late before conceding again. There was an improved display next game despite losing 0-1 at home to Spurs, remaining compact and wasting a great late chance to equalize. Luton’s resilience was evident again in their next match as they dramatically drew 2-2 away at Forest, going two behind before rallying late through goals from Ogbene and Adebayo.
However, they came back down to earth with a 1-3 home loss to Villa. Unable to contain their slick passing and movement. Most recently, Luton battled impressively in a 1-1 home draw with Liverpool. Taking a shock lead before conceding late to a wonder goal after frustrating the visitors throughout. Overall, Luton have been incredibly stubborn opponents but ultimately lacking the quality to take points consistently at this level. However, their determination could be key to avoiding relegation this season.
