Thu Dec 12 18:44:04 UTC 2024: ## Manchester United Unveils Starting XI for Europa League Clash Against Viktoria Plzen

**Prague, Czech Republic** – Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has named his starting XI for tonight’s Europa League group stage match against Viktoria Plzen at the Doosan Arena. The team selection sees five changes from the side that lost to Nottingham Forest on Saturday.

Key changes include the return of Tyrell Malacia, starting his third game back from a long-term knee injury. Noussair Mazraoui also features in the backline, his position – either central defender or wing-back – yet to be confirmed. Diogo Dalot retains his place.

Further additions to the starting lineup are Casemiro, Marcus Rashford, and Joshua Zirkzee, all of whom appeared as substitutes in the weekend’s match. Amad Diallo will play in a more advanced attacking role than previously seen under Amorim.

Dropping to the bench are Alejandro Garnacho, Rasmus Hojlund, Kobbie Mainoo, Manuel Ugarte, and Leny Yoro. Victor Lindelof and Toby Collyer return to the matchday squad after injury layoffs.

**Manchester United’s starting XI:** Onana; Mazraoui, De Ligt, Martinez; Dalot, Casemiro, Fernandes, Malacia; Amad, Rashford; Zirkzee.

Amorim hinted at tactical flexibility in his pre-match press conference, suggesting the team’s formation could be similar to that employed against Everton in a previous match. He also expressed confidence in Amad’s attacking capabilities. Malacia himself spoke positively about his recovery and Amorim’s coaching methods in a separate interview.

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