Manchester United’s U18 side continues its search for silverware on Wednesday night, taking on Oxford United in the FA Youth Cup fifth round.
Everything is coming together for the U18s right now, as Darren Fletcher’s side come into this clash in hot form.
Manchester United’s U18s beat Man City over the weekend in a 3-1 thrashing which could have been even more comprehensive.
The team played City off the park, which won’t give Oxford United much hope as they prepare for this game.
But here is everything you need to know ahead of the tie.
How to watch Manchester United vs Oxford United in the FA Youth Cup
Manchester United vs Oxford is being played on Wednesday 18th of February, with a kick-off time set for 6pm GMT.
Unlike the past two rounds of the cup, it won’t be played at Old Trafford.
Instead, Oxford United are the hosts, so the game is at The Kassam Stadium
The good news is the game is being broadcast on MUTV for all paid subscribers, with coverage scheduled to begin at 5.55pm in advance of the 6pm kick off.
Who will Manchester United play in the quarter-finals?
Oxford won’t be an easy give me game for United, as Peterborough and Derby County both weren’t, but if the Red Devils live up to expectations, it should result in victory.
If this happens, who awaits United in the quarter-finals?
Well, the draw has already been made, and United will take on either Sunderland or Brighton in the FA Youth Cup quarter-final.
Here is the full draw:
- Blackburn v Burnley/Charlton
- Man City v Everton
- Oxford/Man Utd v Sunderland/Brighton
- Aston Villa/Wrexham v Palace
Manchester United U18 team news
Darren Fletcher will have a strong side available for this one.
JJ Gabriel saw his suspension revoked after United appealed the decision against West Brom in the Premier League Cup, and so he is a likely starter.
Elsewhere, Amir Ibragimov could return anytime now, having confirmed he is nearing a return from a broken foot.
United might have Chido Obi back to play with the U18s for this one, given the importance of the FA Youth Cup.
Jim Thwaites is another expected to be back firing, having slowly made his return from injury in recent games.
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