Preview the matchup between Aston Villa and Manchester United with predictions, odds, over/under, betting lines and more.

There's progress at Man United this season, but their defensive problems are far from being solved, so this game screams goals. Aston Villa sit third, with United sixth after 16 games. Villa are just three points behind league leaders Arsenal, so this match is of maximum importance in what could be a historical campaign.

Bournemouth attack with pace, penetration and conviction. As for United, they are a chaotic team operating in what often feels like a chaotic system, but they can score goals — only Arsenal can match their tally of 30 in the Premier League, the joint-second most in the division behind only City’s 38.

Manchester United injury update: Bruno Fernandes, Kobbie Mainoo, Matthijs de Ligt latest news and return dates Manchester United have been dealt a massive blow ahead of the busy festive period after Bruno Fernandes suffered an injury in Sunday’s 2-1 defeat at Aston Villa.

Morgan Rogers has scored two brilliant solo goals to down Manchester United 2-1 and keep Aston Villa in the hunt for the Premier League title