Manchester United vs Leicester LIVE!
Ruud van Nistelrooy celebrated his final match in temporary charge of Manchester United with a comprehensive 3-0 victory. Goals from Bruno Fernandes and Alejandro Garnacho - as well as an own goal by Victor Kristiansen sealed a deserved win for an impressive United side at Old Trafford.
Ruben Amorim takes charge as Erik ten Hag’s permanent successor on Monday and will find a squad in high spirits after a four-game unbeaten run under Van Nistelrooy following his compatriot’s sacking. United captain Fernandes marked his 250th appearance for the club with a stunning opener after just 17 minutes - the first time his side has scored before the half-hour point this season.
Perennially slow starters United were two goals ahead at the break thanks to an own goal from Kristiansen after Fernandes connected with Noussair Mazraoui’s cross. Alejandro Garnacho - introduced in the second half for Marcus Rashford - completed the win with a stunning strike in the 82nd minute to set up Amorim’s arrival. Leicester are now just three points away from the relegation zone after their third defeat in four games. Follow all the reaction with our LIVE Standard Sport dedicated match blog below!
Manchester United vs Leicester latest news
- Bruno Fernandes shines in Ruud van Nistelrooy's final match in charge
- Alejandro Garnacho thinks he has ‘lost support of fans’ as muted celebration is explained
- Van Nistelrooy reveals why Garnacho was dropped for Amad Diallo
Van Nistelrooy reveals why he dropped Garnacho
18:58Ruud van Nistelrooy has revealed why he started Alejandro Garnacho on the bench for Manchester United’s 3-0 win over Leicester.
Van Nistelrooy gave Amad Diallo the not ahead of Garnacho at Old Trafford, with the 20-year-old winger coming on to score a stunning third.
And the Dutchman has explained his reasons for not starting Garnacho against the Foxes.
"I spoke to Alejandro Garnacho before the game, he has played a lot of minutes and I wanted him to make an impact off the bench and I'm glad it worked out,” Van Nistelrooy said after his final game as interim head coach before Ruben Amorim takes over on Monday.
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Garnacho not feeling the love
17:06 , Jamie DickensonBruno Fernandes has revealed that Alejandro Garnacho believes he has “lost faith” from some of the Manchester United support.
Garnacho scored United’s third goal in their 3-0 win over Leicester on Sunday but his celebration was muted celebration.
And Fernandes has explained that the 20-year-old winger feels he doesn’t have the backing of some sections of the Old Trafford fanbase.
“It was a good day at work, I have to say,” Fernandes told BBC Sport. “We have a lot of players with big qualities, but people can get too excited after one game and too down after another.
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United match report
16:45 , Jamie DickensonBruno Fernandes and Alejandro Garnacho scored to ease Manchester United to a 3-0 victory over Leicester in Ruud Van Nistelrooy’s final game in charge.
With Ruben Amorim taking over as manager on Monday, the Red Devils cruised to victory at Old Trafford.
United captain Bruno Fernandes opened the scoring with a curling effort to mark his 250th appearance before forcing an own goal from Victor Kristiansen for the second.
Alejandro Garnacho then sealed victory for Van Nistelrooy with a stunning strike late on.
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United up to 13th
16:19 , Jamie DickensonManchester United have moved up to 13th in the Premier League after their victory over Leicester.
Ruben Amorim will find morale high when he finally starts work tomorrow at Old Trafford following a run of four games unbeaten under temporary boss Ruud van Nistelrooy.
He has two weeks to get to work at the club before his first game in charge away to Ipswich Town on Sunday 24 November.
FT: Man Utd 3-0 Leicester
16:00 , Jamie DickensonManchester United have prepared for Ruben Amorim’s arrival with a comprehensive victory over Leicester.
Ruud van Nistelrooy signs off with a deserved victory thanks to goals from Bruno Fernandes, Alejandro Garnacho and an own goal by Victor Kristiansen.
Amorim takes charge tomorrow to usher in an exciting new era at Old Trafford.
Man Utd 3-0 Leicester
15:55 , Jamie Dickenson90+4 mins: United fans are in fine voice as they toast a victory in Ruud van Nistelrooy’s final game with Ruben Amorim set to take over tomorrow.
Man Utd 3-0 Leicester
15:49 , Jamie Dickenson87 mins: Jordan Ayew limps off for Leicester to be replaced by Edouard, as the visitors head towards defeat.
GOAL! Man Utd 3-0 Leicester | '82 Garnacho
15:43 , Jamie Dickenson82 mins: Garnacho wraps up all three points for United with a stunning strike.
He starts the move off with a great ball for Bruno Fernandes, before getting the ball back and creating some space before curling one into the far corner.
Man Utd 2-0 Leicester
15:39 , Jamie Dickenson78 mins: United make another change with Casemiro coming off for Christian Eriksen.
The Red Devils are on course to seal Van Nistelrooy’s time in charge with a final win.
Man Utd 2-0 Leicester
15:36 , Jamie Dickenson74 mins: Joshua Zirkzee is introduced with Rasmus Hojlund making way for United up front.
Man Utd 2-0 Leicester
15:33 , Jamie Dickenson72 mins: Garnacho fluffs his lines after being released down the left flank, driving at the Leicester defence before nudging the ball out of play.
The winger stayed down and looked in pain, but he eventually gets up.
Man Utd 2-0 Leicester
15:31 , Jamie Dickenson70 mins: Leicester make their first change of the game with El Khannouss replacing Ndidi.
Man Utd 2-0 Leicester
15:30 , Jamie Dickenson67 mins: It has been quite pedestrian from both sides so far in this second half, with no chances of note yet.
Ruben Amorim will be pleased with what he’s seen so far.
Man Utd 2-0 Leicester
15:25 , Jamie Dickenson63 mins: Buonanotte gets the first yellow card of the game for a clip on Martinez, with the Leicester loanee now banned for their next game against Chelsea.
Man Utd 2-0 Leicester
15:22 , Jamie Dickenson60 mins: The game has really dropped in intensity from the first half, which isn’t really an issue for United given their two-goal lead.
Leicester have to step things up though or they are headed for third defeat in four games...
Man Utd 2-0 Leicester
15:18 , Jamie Dickenson57 mins: United finally make their change, with Diogo Dalot and Marcus Rashford making way.
Man Utd 2-0 Leicester
15:15 , Jamie Dickenson53 mins: Ruud van Nistelrooy is making a double change for United early into the second half, with Jonny Evans and Alejandro Garnacho coming on.
But first Buonanotte wins a free-kick in a dangerous area for Leicester...
Man Utd 2-0 Leicester
15:13 , Jamie Dickenson50 mins: It’s been a sloppy start to the second half for both sides, but United will know they win the match if they keep a clean sheet.
Back underway
15:11 , Jamie DickensonThe second half has started at Old Trafford.
FT: Man Utd 2-0 Leicester
14:51 , Jamie DickensonDiallo forces a good save from Hermansen on the stroke of half-time, but United will go into the break happy with a two-goal lead.
Bruno Fernandes scored the first with a lovely strike from outside the box and then caused the second but meeting Mazraoui’s header to force an own goal from Kristiansen.
It’s all going swimmingly for Ruud van Nistelrooy so far.
Man Utd 2-0 Leicester
14:47 , Jamie Dickenson43 mins: James Justin is furious with the linesman for not giving a corner after his run down the right flank.
He then ends up with a smattering of white paint from the sideline on his face after winning a free-kick for Leicester.
Man Utd 2-0 Leicester | '38 Kristiansen own goal
14:42 , Jamie Dickenson38 mins: Bruno Fernandes doubles United’s lead as he latches onto a lovely cross from Mazraoui, with the final touch coming off Kristiansen.
Fernandes’ header was actually going off target so the goal rightly goes down as a Kristiansen own goal.
Man Utd 1-0 Leicester
14:3734 mins: Buonanotte looks incensed as he gets nothing after going down under pressure from United’s defenders, but it appears like the ref was right to play on.
Man Utd 1-0 Leicester
14:34 , Jamie Dickenson31 mins: Rashford and then Diallo fail to find a team-mate as United put pressure on Leicester, who are growing into this game themselves with Harry Winks forcing a save from Onana.
Man Utd 1-0 Leicester
14:31 , Jamie Dickenson28 mins: A lovely chipped ball in from Buonanotte puts Ndidi one-on-one against Onana, but the United goalkeeper saves from a poor effort by the Leicester midfielder.
Big chance for the visitors.
Man Utd 1-0 Leicester
14:28 , Jamie Dickenson25 mins: Onana gathers easily from Ndidi’s header which is Leicester’s first attempt on United’s goal.
Bruno Fernandes’ 17th-minute goal is their earliest in a game so far this season, with United having not previously scored before the 34th minute.
Man Utd 1-0 Leicester
14:25 , Jamie Dickenson22 mins: United are enjoying a perfect start in Ruud van Nistelrooy’s final game, which hasn’t always been the case for this team in recent games.
They are on top and giving Leicester a tough time so far.
Man Utd 1-0 Leicester | '17 Fernandes
14:20 , Jamie Dickenson17 mins: A fantastic goal from Bruno Fernandes to mark his 250th appearance for the club.
Leicester go from attacking to conceding in a flash, with Diallo winning a corner which they take short back-heeling the ball into Fernandes’ path who curls home a sumptuous strike.
Man Utd 0-0 Leicester
14:15 , Jamie Dickenson12 mins: United win a corner after a great ball in from Rashford, but nothing comes from the set-piece.
The Red Devils have been dominant in the early exchanges without working the Leicester keeper.
Man Utd 0-0 Leicester
14:11 , Jamie Dickenson09 mins: Rasmus Hojlund and Wout Faes look set for a proper battle today, with the Leicester player given a free-kick after their first tangle.
Man Utd 0-0 Leicester
14:09 , Jamie Dickenson06 mins: Diallo is clearly a man with confidence at the moment and the United players can feel it, feeding him at every opportunity.
The atmosphere at Old Trafford this afternoon is excellent.
Man Utd 0-0 Leicester
14:05 , Jamie Dickenson03 mins: It’s been a strong start for Manchester United here with Amad Diallo heavily involved early on.
Jamie Vardy is missing for Leicester today due to a back injury.
KICK-OFF!
14:02We are underway at Old Trafford.
Minutes silence
13:59 , Jamie DickensonWe are close to kick-off here at Old Trafford as both sets of fans fall silent for a minute’s silence and a rendition of the Last Post on this Remembrance Sunday.
Aaron Wan-Bissaka Exclusive
13:53 , Jamie DickensonWe’ve got some revealing quotes to bring you from our exclusive interview with Aaron Wan-Bissaka.
The West Ham defender has opened up on why it was the ‘right time’ to leave Old Trafford and what life is life under Julen Lopetegui.
“It was difficult,” Wan-Bissaka said about leaving Crystal Palace for Manchester United in a £45million deal in the summer of 2019 aged just 21.
“Very difficult. I went [to Manchester] on my own and it was my first time moving away from home. I had no one up there, apart from my PlayStation.”
“Because Manchester’s smaller, everyone’s aware of everything that’s happening,” he says. “You have to be mentally strong to avoid the negative stuff it comes with.”
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Bruno Fernandes has been presented with a framed shirt and pictures to mark his 250th appearance for Manchester United.
United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe handed the midfielder the special gift pitchside ahead of the game against Leicester City.
"If you think about it, January 2020, coming in, to November 2024 and there's no need to explain how fit you have to be, to play all these games," said interim manager Ruud van Nistelrooy.
"But also how professional you are. He is an example, how he lives the game, as a professional, and, of course, as a captain leading the team.
"Within that, as being a role model in how to be the best professional you can be and also helping others in many situations - on and off the pitch.
"He's a great example and a great captain."
Luke Shaw nearing return
13:08Luke Shaw has not made the Manchester United squad today but the left-back is closing in on a return to action.
Shaw has returned to training in what is a major boost for incoming manager Ruben Amorim.
The 29-year-old has not played for United since coming off in a 2-1 win at Luton Town in February, although he did feature in three games for England at Euro 2024.
United have been without a recognised senior left-back for several months, with Noussair Mazraoui and Diogo Dalot filling in due to the long-term absence of Shaw’s backup Tyrell Malacia.
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Leicester confirmed team
12:52 , Jamie DickensonLeicester make three changes from the side that drew 1-1 at Ipswich, with Jordan Ayew, James Justin and Boubakary Somare starting ahead of Stephy Mavididi, Ricardo Pereira and Jamie Vardy.
Leicester XI: Hermansen; Justin, Faes, Vestergaard, Kristiansen; Ndidi, Winks Soumarre; Fatawu, Buonanotte, Ayew.
Subs: Ward, Coady, Okoli, Choudhury, Skipp, McAteer, El Khannouss, Mavididi, Edouard.
Man Utd confirmed team
12:50 , Jamie DickensonAmad Diallo starts for Manchester United over Alejandro Garnacho, with Marcus Rashford on the other flank.
Man Utd XI: Onana; Dalot, De Ligt, Martinez, Mazraoui; Casemiro, Ugarte; Diallo, Fernandes, Rashford; Hojlund.
Subs: Bayindir, Heaton, Evans, Lindelof, Eriksen, Mount, Garnacho, Antony, Zirkzee.
Fletcher given three-game ban
12:49Darren Fletcher has been handed a three-match extended touchline ban as well as a £7,500 fine for misconduct at Manchester United’s Premier League game with Brentford last month.
An independent Regulatory Commission imposed the sanction after finding the FA allegations that the United coach acted in an improper and/or confrontational manner and/or that he used abusive and/or insulting words towards the fourth official and the referee and/or assistant referees around the tunnel area at half time, to be proven.
Fletcher admitted the misconduct but denied that he was abusive in an incident which came after Brentford scored while Matthijs de Ligt was off the field receiving treatment for a head cut.
The United defender had already been bandaged up after being kneed in the head, but the referee forced him off again, leading to Fletcher’s, and then-United boss Erik ten Hag’s, complaints.
The ban means Fletcher will not be on the touchline for Ruud van Nistelrooy’s final game in interim charge against Leicester today, or Ruben Amorim’s opening two league games against Ipswich and Everton.
Van Nistelrooy gives Amorim advice
12:40 , Jamie DickensonRuud van Nistelrooy has made it clear to incoming manager Ruben Amorim which area Manchester United need to improve on most.
Van Nistelrooy insists he believes in United’s young forwards, but agrees that the club need more goals if they are to become successful once again.
The Red Devils have scored the third-fewest goals in the Premier League this season, with only Southampton and Crystal Palace having a lower total than their nine after 10 games.
Alejandro Garnacho is their top scorer with just two goals, with strikers Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee only scoring a single goal each, albeit they have been in and out of the side and Erik ten Hag’s tactics were highly questionable.
He said: “I agree that when you want to be a successful side in the Premier League and in Europe, which is what the build is all about, you need a certain amount of goals. That is clear. That is why the best teams in the world have those players.
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Van Nistelrooy's final game in charge
12:28 , Jamie DickensonManchester United’s players and staff have arrived at Old Trafford ahead of their Premier League meeting with Leicester this afternoon.
Ruud van Nistelrooy will take charge of United for the final time against the Foxes before Ruben Amorim officially gets to work tomorrow.
And club legend Van Nistelrooy posed for photographs and signed autographs for fans ahead of the game.
Man Utd vs Leicester odds
12:16 , Jamie DickensonManchester United are the heavy favourites with bookmakers to win this home game, with an away win ranking as a major upset.
Man Utd to win: 1/3
Draw: 9/2
Leicester to win: 15/2
Odds via Betfair and subject to change.
Head to head (h2h) history and results
12:15 , Jamie DickensonManchester United are unbeaten in their last four fixtures against Leicester City - and won 5-2 in their EFL Cup clash between the two sides at Old Trafford last month.
The last time Leicester beat United was a 4-2 win at the King Power Stadium in October 2021.
Man Utd wins: 71
Draws: 31
Leicester wins: 36
Man Utd vs Leicester prediction
12:03 , Jamie DickensonWhile Manchester United have hardly covered themselves in glory this season, they have been better since Ruud van Nistelrooy took over in temporary charge from the axed Erik ten Hag.
United beat Leicester 5-2 in the EFL Cup at Old Trafford at the end of last month, which served as a dress rehearsal for this Premier League encounter.
Slipping up at home to the Foxes in Van Nistelrooy’s final game before Ruben Amorim takes charge would be a huge shock, with Steve Cooper’s visitors without a win in their last three games.
Man Utd to win, 3-1.
Leicester team news
11:59 , Jamie DickensonLeicester came away from their 1-1 draw at Ipswich Town last weekend unblemished in terms of injuries - with substitute Jordan Ayew securing a point for them four minutes after coming on.
There is a small possibility that long-term injury absentee Patson Daka could make his return from an ankle issue against Manchester United today.
Bobby Decordova-Reid is also closing in on a comeback after suffering a “nasty wound” in Leicester’s EFL Cup defeat to United.
Hamza Choudhury is also a doubt after the club decided he would not undergo surgery to fix a shoulder issue, meaning that goalkeeper Jakub Stolarczyk may be the only player missing for Steve Cooper at Old Trafford.
Foxes boss Cooper has hinted that he might give Boubakary Soumare his first Premier League start of the campaign in Manchester.
Ayew’s injury-time equaliser at Portman Road may not be enough to earn him a starting berth over Stephy Mavididi and Abdul Fatawu, while Jamie Vardy will hope to build on his tally of six goals in 18 games against the Red Devils.
Man Utd team news
11:47 , Jamie DickensonAmad Diallo is pushing to keep his place in the Manchester United team against Leicester after his starring role in Thursday’s Europa League win over PAOK.
Diallo scored twice at Old Trafford and Ruud van Nistelrooy hopes the winger will be fit despite being forced off late on after his midweek double.
The 22-year-old has not started in the Premier League since the 0-0 draw at Crystal Palace on September 21.
“Amad was assessed,” said Van Nistelrooy. “We're still working on him, to get him ready for Sunday. Hopefully, it will work.
United defenders Luke Shaw and Leny Yoro are back in training but are not yet ready to return.
Kobbie Mainoo is closing in on his comeback but the midfielder will not be available until after the international break.
"Kobbie is also progressing in his injury, he’s making the right steps, but is not yet with the team, though,” Van Nistelrooy added. “That needs a bit more time.”
With Mainoo still sidelined, Van Nistelrooy has a decision over who to play in midfield after Cristian Eriksen returned to play 25 minutes off the bench against PAOK.
Manuel Ugarte and Casemiro started on Thursday and Van Nistelrooy will be tempted to largely stick with that side after United made it two wins in three games since Erik ten Hag was sacked.
Manchester United predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Onana; Mazraoui, de Ligt, Martinez, Dalot; Ugarte, Casemiro; Rashford, Fernandes, Amad; Hojlund
Why isn’t Man Utd vs Leicester on TV?
11:41The game was originally scheduled for a 3pm GMT kick-off time on Saturday 9 November but was pushed back due to Manchester United’s European commitments on Thursday, when they beat PAOK 2-0.
As such, it cannot be shown live in the UK, given it was originally meant to take place during the 3pm blackout imposed across English football on Saturday afternoons.
How to follow Man Utd vs Leicester
TV channel and live stream: The game will not be broadcast in the UK.
Free highlights: Match of the Day 2, however, will show highlights when it airs at 10.30pm GMT on BBC One.
Welcome!
11:34 , Jamie DickensonGood morning and welcome to Standard Sport’s LIVE coverage of the Premier League clash between Manchester United and Leicester City.
This will be interim coach Ruud van Nistelrooy’s last game in charge before Ruben Amorim takes over as manager.
United have fared well under the Dutchman since Erik ten Hag was sacked - remaining unbeaten in three games - and he will want to sign off with another victory over Leicester at Old Trafford.
The Foxes are without a win in their last three games and will hope to fare better than their 5-2 defeat here in the EFL Cup at the end of last month.
Stay with us for all the best build-up to the game including team news and more ahead of the 2pm BST kick-off.
