Sun Feb 16 15:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Injury Crisis Forces Manchester United to Field Youthful Squad Against Tottenham

**London, England** – Manchester United faces a daunting task this afternoon as they take on Tottenham Hotspur at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, severely hampered by an unprecedented injury and illness crisis. Kick-off is scheduled for 4:30 PM.

The Red Devils, who scraped a 2-1 FA Cup victory over Leicester City last week, are struggling in the Premier League, having won only two of their last eight matches. Their last league game ended in a 2-0 defeat to Crystal Palace. Adding to their woes, a week of intensive training has been overshadowed by a crippling injury list that has forced manager Ruben Amorim to call up an astonishing eight academy players for today’s match. Only one senior player, Victor Lindelof, will be on the bench.

Among the notable absences are Christian Eriksen, Leny Yoro, Kobbie Mainoo, Manuel Ugarte, and star attacker Amad Diallo, who sustained an ankle injury in training this week. The absence of Amad, directly involved in 11 goals this season, is a particularly heavy blow, leaving the team short on attacking firepower. Further complicating matters, the team’s train to London was cancelled, forcing a four-hour bus journey.

The lack of senior players has prompted speculation about the starting XI. A likely lineup includes Onana in goal, with De Ligt, Maguire, and Yoro in defense. Casemiro, Fernandes, and Dalot could feature in midfield, while Garnacho, Zirkzee, and Hojlund will likely lead the attack.

Tottenham, meanwhile, is enjoying a slight injury boost compared to United’s predicament. They’ve been equally underwhelming at home recently, however, winless in their last seven league games at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

This match marks a significant test for Manchester United’s young players, several of whom could make their first-team debuts. The game will be broadcast live on Sky Sports. The heavy reliance on youth, coupled with their poor recent form, suggests a difficult afternoon awaits the Red Devils as they aim for revenge after two earlier losses to Spurs this season.

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