Friday's FA Cup third-round clash with Everton will mark the second of four home games in the space of 12 days for Manchester United.
After locking horns with the Toffees, the Reds will then switch their focus to Tuesday evening's Carabao Cup quarter-final against Charlton Athletic. They will then wrap up what has been a relentless period with the derby against Manchester City a-week-on-Saturday, ahead of enjoying the luxury of a rare week without a game, provided they don't require a replay with Everton.
To say that the next nine days will present different challenges and obstacles for Erik ten Hag's side is something of an understatement, not least when they will be competing in three different competitions. Each fixture, however, is vitally important in United's quest to achieve their respective ambitions this season.
