Man Utd vs Aston Villa: Where to watch plus latest Manchester United team news

Everything you need to know about Manchester United’s next pre-season game.
Aiden Beswick
By Aiden Beswick
Published 21st Jul 2022, 15:03 BST

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Manchester United arrived in Perth on Wednesday ahead of their final pre-season game in Australia against Aston Villa on Saturday.

The Red Devils head into the game on the back of three victories from their opening fixtures on tour.

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Erik ten Hag’s side saw off Liverpool, Melbourne Victory and Crystal Palace in their previous pre-season matches, scoring 11 goals in total and conceding twice.

United will now face fellow Premier League side Villa at the Optus Stadium in Perth, with Ten Hag’s team looking to finish their tour of Australia with another win.

Anthony Martial became the first United player to score in three consecuitve pre-season games against Palace since 2007. Credit: Getty. Anthony Martial became the first United player to score in three consecuitve pre-season games against Palace since 2007. Credit: Getty.
Anthony Martial became the first United player to score in three consecuitve pre-season games against Palace since 2007. Credit: Getty.

Ahead of the clash with Steven Gerrard’s men, here’s all the key information…

When is Man Utd vs Crystal Palace?

The game takes place on Saturday 23 July and kicks off at 10:45am UK time, that’s 5:45pm in Perth.

Where to watch Man Utd vs Crystal Palace

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United will be showing the game live on their official platforms, including their TV channel MUTV.

Fernandes has scored three in four at Villa Park. Credit: Getty.Fernandes has scored three in four at Villa Park. Credit: Getty.
Fernandes has scored three in four at Villa Park. Credit: Getty.

The club will also stream the game on their website and app, provided you have an MUTV membership. Joining MUTV currently costs £7.99 per month or £29.99 for a year.

What’s the latest Man Utd team news?

Scott McTominay didn’t train with his teammates in Perth after being substituted at half time against Crystal Palace on Tuesday.

The Scotland international was undertaking a recovery session in the gym with United’s medical team.

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Raphael Varane and James Garner missed the Red Devils’ win over Palace, with Ten Hag stating this was due to taking precautionary measures, however, both men were spotted in training in Perth.

New summer signings Lisandro Martinez and Christian Eriksen won’t be part of the fixture and will join up with Ten Hag’s squad when they arrive back in Manchester, the Dutchman confirmed on Monday.

Phil Jones and Brandon Williams remain in Manchester and didn’t travel as part of the tour, while Cristiano Ronaldo has been absent with speculation surrounding his future at Old Trafford.

Related topics:PerthAston VillaAustraliaScott McTominay

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