Manchester United were dealt an untimely injury setback just hours before their clash with Everton got underway at 8pm. Indeed, it was confirmed in the lead-up to kick-off that Lisandro Martinez would miss the contest through a calf problem after a prolonged spell of being able to maintain his match fitness.
Gary Neville is dumbfounded that Jarrad Branthwaite has managed to escape a booking in the first half of Everton vs Manchester United. When vying with Amad Diallo on the flank, Branthwaite pulled the winger’s shirt to directly stop an attack, which prompted referee Darren England to blow his whistle for the foul.
These are the Everton vs Manchester United confirmed lineups for the final Premier League game of this game week. We will also detail the latest team news for each side based on the pre-match press conferences.
Football’s spotlight often shines brightest on moments of joy, but weekends like this serve as a reminder of the darker undercurrents still present in the game.
Manchester United arrive at Everton with a sense of renewed optimism, a far cry from the low points earlier in the season. Fans have been buoyed by the energy and tactical clarity Michael Carrick has brought to the squad since taking over as interim manager.
Manchester United defender Harry Maguire is reportedly more likely to stay for another year than leave the club at the end of the season. The 32-year-old has been playing his football at Old Trafford since making the £80 million move from Leicester City in the summer of 2019.
Rasmus Hojlund has reflected on his choice to leave Manchester United last summer and join Napoli on loan for the majority of 2025/2026. In fairness, the
Viral Manchester United fan Frank Ilett is not cutting his hair until the club wins five games in a row. Back to square one and with just 12 games left of the season, he's on a race against time.
Manchester United’s rebuild has faced many surprises over the past decade. Supporters often wonder how things might have been different with other people in charge.
Manchester United’s recent rebuild has involved tough choices, with several familiar players moving on as the club reshaped its squad. Some departures seemed necessary at the time, even if the long-term effects were not immediately clear.
Fabrizio Romano has revealed that Joshua Zirkzee is expected to depart Manchester United in the summer, just two years after he signed for the club. Indeed, the forward is preparing to pull the curtains on his Red Devils tenure prematurely following a season in which he, up to now, has played a heavily reduced role at Old Trafford.
Manchester United’s Director of Recruitment, Christopher Vivell, has urged the club to pursue a deal for Alejandro Balde this summer. Ben Jacobs claims the Barcelona star has been ‘proposed’ by Vivell, despite the general consensus being that he wants to stay put in Catalonia.
Manchester United boss Michael Carrick has said his side aren't letting themselves get 'carried away' after recent form has put them firmly in contention for Champions League qualification, while praising the role of veteran midfielder Casemiro.
David de Gea, once a fixture at Manchester United, is now reportedly attracting attention from Italian giants Juventus. De Gea spent 12 years at Old Trafford, collecting four Player of the Year awards during his time at the club.
Patrice Evra launched a fierce attack on Arsenal supporters in May 2025, accusing them of being “delusional” after another trophyless campaign. The former Manchester United defender did not hold back as he assessed the mood around the north London club at the end of the season.
Manchester United’s top four hopes are well and truly at the forefront of most conversations at Old Trafford after a brilliant turnaround from last season’s chaos.
Manchester United travel to Everton in the final fixture of Premier League matchweek 27, with both sides chasing European qualification as the season enters a decisive phase.
Chelsea knocked Manchester United out of the FA Cup in a replay of last year's final, but will miss Sam Kerr when she leaves for the Asian Cup shortly.
Manchester United boss Michael Carrick could be facing a major selection dilemma upfront, as Matheus Cunha could be relegated to the bench. The Red Devils have been idle for more than two weeks due to their early elimination from the FA Cup.
FC Porto are currently top of Liga Portugal with the side aiming to secure the title in the closing stages of the season. The outfit, who have won the Portuguese top flight 30 times, last won the title in the 2021-22 campaign with a dominant run.
Speculation linking Bruno Fernandes with a move to Bayern Munich has been firmly downplayed, with reports from Christian Falk indicating the Bundesliga champions have no intention of pursuing the Manchester United captain.
Manchester United are hoping to sign the Brazilian attacker Gabriel Veneno. According to a report from TEAMtalk, they have already begun work in the background to sign the Brazilian sensation.
Mateus Mane continues to be linked with a move away from Wolves at the end of the season. Manchester United remain keen on securing his signature, and he could cost around £50 million.