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England EFL Cup, Semi-Finals 2nd Leg
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Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest Preview:
Possible starting lineups:
Manchester United:
De Gea; Wan-Bissaka, Martinez, Varane, Shaw; Casemiro, Fred; Elanga, Fernandes, Garnacho; Weghorst
Nottingham Forest:
Hennessey; Aurier, Worrall, Boly, Lodi; Mangala, Danilo, Freuler; Scarpa; Johnson, Dennis
Manchester United welcome Nottingham Forest to Old Trafford in the second leg of their Carabao Cup semifinal matchup. The Red Devils won 3:0 in the first leg and they are almost certain finalists. Marcus Rashford's beautiful solo goal opened the result after just six minutes. Wout Weghorst made it 2:0 before the half-time with his first goal in a United shirt. Finally, Bruno Fernandes set the final result in the 89th minute. The high victory put Erik ten Hag's team in a commanding position ahead of the second leg. Even a two-goal defeat could be acceptable for Manchester United, though I think they will like to continue the successful series.
Manchester United are main favorites for the trophy. Of course, winning the first piece of silverware will be very positive for the new manager Erik ten Hag. His players are in good form, they beat Reading in the FA Cup on Saturday. A brace from Casemiro and Fred's goal were enough for another Man United's victory. The atmosphere in the squad is excellent, while the players confidence is high. However, Ten Hag has some issues ahead of this match. Key midfielder Christian Eriksen left the Saturday's game after suffering an ankle injury and the Danish international is sidelined. Five more players are also struggling with injuries. Donny van de Beek, Axel Tuanzebe, Anthony Martial and Diogo Dalot are definitely sidelined, while Jadon Sancho is rated as doubtful. Some changes are expected, with Anthony Elanga and Alejandro Garnacho pushing for a starting place.
Nottingham Forest are in solid form in 2023. They suffered elimination from the FA Cup, they probably missed the opportunity to play at Wembley in EFL Cup, but the results in the Premier League are good. I must admit I was surprised with the fact the Tricky Trees are unbeaten in the league this calendar year. They managed to beat Southampton and Leicester City, while shared the points with Chelsea and Bournemouth. Manager Steve Cooper has some worries as striker Morgan Gibbs-White suffered an ankle injury in the first-leg loss to Man United. The severity of the injury is still unclear, but he won't be risked in this match for sure. Five more players are also injured - Moussa Niakhate, Giulian Biancone, Taiwo Awoniyi, Cheikhou Kouyate and Omar Richards. Goalkeeper Dean Henderson is ineligible to face his parent club. Ryan Yates, who missed the first leg due to illness, is rated as doubtful.
Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest Prediction:
No team to hold a three-goal lead from the first leg of an EFL Cup semi-final has ever been eliminated. Manchester United are big favorites in this match and I am sure Ten Hag will like to continue the good series. Nottingham, meanwhile, have no chance for progress after the heavy defeat at home. The absence of Morgan Gibbs-White is another problem. I believe Cooper will put the focus on the upcoming Premier League fixture with Leeds United.
Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest Pick: Manchester United -1.5 AH @ 2.28 with Pinnacle
It's not good for the team spirit to lose games, or even draws and OT. But on another POV I don't expect to be dominant and win like the first game. I see betting on corners as an alternative to match winning margin or 1X2. Depending on the starting line-up I have and idea to bet Not.Forest has more corners than United. Or under corners for United. But it's all up to the odds and starting line-up 
Shot on target for Antony and Garnacho is interesting if there is a good odds for that.
Shot on target for Antony and Garnacho is interesting if there is a good odds for that.
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I'd go with a quite risky New Castle and Man U winning to nill.
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Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest Preview:
Possible starting lineups:
Manchester United:
De Gea; Wan-Bissaka, Martinez, Varane, Shaw; Casemiro, Fred; Elanga, Fernandes, Garnacho; Weghorst
Nottingham Forest:
Hennessey; Aurier, Worrall, Boly, Lodi; Mangala, Danilo, Freuler; Scarpa; Johnson, Dennis
Manchester United welcome Nottingham Forest to Old Trafford in the second leg of their Carabao Cup semifinal matchup. The Red Devils won 3:0 in the first leg and they are almost certain finalists. Marcus Rashford's beautiful solo goal opened the result after just six minutes. Wout Weghorst made it 2:0 before the half-time with his first goal in a United shirt. Finally, Bruno Fernandes set the final result in the 89th minute. The high victory put Erik ten Hag's team in a commanding position ahead of the second leg. Even a two-goal defeat could be acceptable for Manchester United, though I think they will like to continue the successful series.
Manchester United are main favorites for the trophy. Of course, winning the first piece of silverware will be very positive for the new manager Erik ten Hag. His players are in good form, they beat Reading in the FA Cup on Saturday. A brace from Casemiro and Fred's goal were enough for another Man United's victory. The atmosphere in the squad is excellent, while the players confidence is high. However, Ten Hag has some issues ahead of this match. Key midfielder Christian Eriksen left the Saturday's game after suffering an ankle injury and the Danish international is sidelined. Five more players are also struggling with injuries. Donny van de Beek, Axel Tuanzebe, Anthony Martial and Diogo Dalot are definitely sidelined, while Jadon Sancho is rated as doubtful. Some changes are expected, with Anthony Elanga and Alejandro Garnacho pushing for a starting place.
Nottingham Forest are in solid form in 2023. They suffered elimination from the FA Cup, they probably missed the opportunity to play at Wembley in EFL Cup, but the results in the Premier League are good. I must admit I was surprised with the fact the Tricky Trees are unbeaten in the league this calendar year. They managed to beat Southampton and Leicester City, while shared the points with Chelsea and Bournemouth. Manager Steve Cooper has some worries as striker Morgan Gibbs-White suffered an ankle injury in the first-leg loss to Man United. The severity of the injury is still unclear, but he won't be risked in this match for sure. Five more players are also injured - Moussa Niakhate, Giulian Biancone, Taiwo Awoniyi, Cheikhou Kouyate and Omar Richards. Goalkeeper Dean Henderson is ineligible to face his parent club. Ryan Yates, who missed the first leg due to illness, is rated as doubtful.
Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest Prediction:
No team to hold a three-goal lead from the first leg of an EFL Cup semi-final has ever been eliminated. Manchester United are big favorites in this match and I am sure Ten Hag will like to continue the good series. Nottingham, meanwhile, have no chance for progress after the heavy defeat at home. The absence of Morgan Gibbs-White is another problem. I believe Cooper will put the focus on the upcoming Premier League fixture with Leeds United.
Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest Pick: Manchester United -1.5 AH @ 2.28 with Pinnacle
I lost my faith after the first half.