Bryan Mbeumo has been named as Manchester United’s lone striker for their UEFA Champions League meeting with Como, while Noussair Mazraoui also starts for Michael Carrick’s side.
The Red Devils are seeking a response after losing their second-matchday fixture, with the kick-off less than an hour away. Amad Diallo and Carlos Baleba are both absent from Manchester United’s squad for the game.
Carrick has opted for a system featuring only one recognised forward, placing the responsibility for leading the attack on Cameroon international Mbeumo. Bruno Fernandes, Matheus Cunha and Mason Mount are expected to provide support and create opportunities behind him.
Manchester United will line up with four defenders, including Mazraoui and Harry Maguire. Senne Lammens starts in goal, while Matthijs de Ligt and Diogo Dalot complete the back four.
Manchester United starting XI
Senne Lammens; Noussair Mazraoui, Matthijs de Ligt, Harry Maguire, Diogo Dalot; Andrey Santos, Youri Tielemans, Mason Mount, Bruno Fernandes (captain), Matheus Cunha; Bryan Mbeumo.
Como also impressed during the opening round of the competition before being beaten by Feyenoord. They will now look to secure a second victory, despite Assane Diao being left out of the matchday squad.
Nico Paz, Da Cunha, Douvikas and Baturina represent Como’s main attacking options. Da Cunha captains the Italian side, with Nico Paz and Baturina positioned behind Douvikas in the starting line-up.
Como starting XI
Butez; Yan Couto, Ramon, Kempf, Valle; Perrone, Milla; Da Cunha (captain), Nico Paz, Baturina; Douvikas.