Manchester United v Burnley predictions: Red Devils can enjoy a winning return

Manchester United are expected to beat Burnley.

Manchester United take on Burnley on Wednesday at 8pm on Sky Sports Football & Main Event.

Manchester United are favourites to beat Burnley.

Diogo Dalot is injured and won't play for Manchester United. Lisandro Martinez and Raphael Varane are unavailable after playing in the World Cup final. Jadon Sancho is not expected to feature. Anass Zaroury is unlikely to play after his involvement in Morocco's World cup squad. Connor Roberts is suspended and Nathan Tella is a doubt.

Manchester United take on Burnley in the League Cup on Wednesday night. It's United's first competitive game since the World Cup. Erik ten Hag wants to get his players some match practice before the Premier League resumes next Tuesday. The absence of Raphael Varane and Lisandro Martinez from the squad, and the absence from his team of right-back Connor Roberts and Vitinho, will affect the team selection. Burnly have won eight of their last nine matches. They came from behind to beat Middlesbrough 3-1 on Saturday. They have scored 46 goals this season but conceded 24.

Manchester United host Burnley. The Clarets have scored in each of their last 22 games.