Manchester United will take on Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday, 7 February, as Michael Carrick looks to make it four wins in four matches as the Red Devils' interim manager.
This match will perhaps mean more to Carrick than any other that has gone before, considering it was from Tottenham that Man Utd signed him back in 2006.
His opposite number, Thomas Frank, comes into the game heavily under fire, but last weekend's second-half comeback against Manchester City has at least earned him a crack at United this weekend.
As part of this week's round of Premier League betting tips, check out our Man Utd vs Tottenham prediction below.
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Man Utd vs Tottenham prediction: Another win for the hosts
Key Stats
- Man Utd have won three of their last five Premier League matches at Old Trafford.
- Tottenham haven't won any of their last six Premier League matches.
- Man Utd have scored eight goals across the three matches they have played under Michael Carrick.
Correct score prediction: Man Utd 3-1 Tottenham
Tottenham are statistically a better team away from home this season, but that shouldn't be enough to derail the Man Utd train that has been accelerating since Carrick took charge.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Too close to call
- HOME: 4/7 (1.57) – 63.6%
- DRAW: 18/5 (4.60) – 21.7%
- AWAY: 18/5 (4.60) – 21.7%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
The Man Utd vs Tottenham odds indicate that Thomas Frank is in for another difficult afternoon on Saturday. Ladbrokes have given Man Utd a 63.6% chance of winning the match, while Tottenham have been given a 21.7% chance of victory.
You can find all our predictions for today's games on our football betting tips page.
Most recent H2Hs: Advantage Tottenham
Although we are backing Man Utd to get the job done on Saturday, their recent record against Tottenham is cause for concern, with no wins in their last eight encounters with the North London side. The most significant recent meeting occurred in May 2025, when Spurs ran out as 1-0 winners in the Europa League final.
England Premier League 08/11/25
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UEFA Europa League 21/05/25
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TEST Fixtures 28/02/25
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England Premier League 16/02/25
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England EFL Cup 19/12/24
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Man Utd preview: Sesko to start?
Benjamin Sesko will feel that, after his stoppage-time heroics last time out, he has done enough to start the match on Saturday, but that would mean leaving out one of Bryan Mbeumo, Matheus Cunha and Amad Diallo, which feels unlikely. In terms of injuries, Matthijs de Ligt, Patrick Dorgu and Mason Mount are all unavailable for selection.
Predicted lineup: Lammens (GK), Dalot, Maguire, Martinez, Shaw, Casemiro, Mainoo, Fernandes, Mbeumo, Cunha, Amad
Last five results
- Man Utd 3-2 Fulham
- Arsenal 2-3 Man Utd
- Man Utd 2-0 Man City
- Man Utd 1-2 Brighton
- Burnley 2-2 Man Utd
Tottenham preview: Key defender to return
Thomas Frank will be delighted that he can recall Micky van de Ven to his starting XI this weekend, and the Dutchman is expected to slot in alongside Cristian Romero. That's where the good news ends, though, as Frank is still missing nine first-team players through injury, including James Maddison, Dejan Kulusevski and Richarlison.
Predicted lineup: Vicario (GK), Spence, Romero, Van de Ven, Udogie, Gallagher, Bissouma, Odobert, Simons, Kolo Muani, Solanke
Last five results
- Tottenham 2-2 Man City
- Frankfurt 0-2 Man City
- Burnley 2-2 Man Utd
- Tottenham 2-0 Borussia Dortmund
- Tottenham 1-2 West Ham
Player to watch: Bruno Fernandes
Bruno Fernandes was once again Man Utd's standout player last weekend, providing two assists as United continued their winning streak. His recent splurge of assists has seen him move onto 12 for the season, and there is an outside chance he could now hunt down the PL record of 20 in a single season.