Man Utd vs Tottenham: Why this standout 7/4 Bryan Mbeumo bet is worth backing at Old Trafford

The Premier League returns after a three-week international break, with Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur both desperate for a result when they meet at Old Trafford on Saturday evening.

Spurs head into the weekend bottom of the table after collecting just two points from their opening five matches, while United are only three points better off despite a relatively favourable start to the campaign.

With both sides under pressure, Bryan Mbeumo could be worth backing to find the net against a Tottenham side struggling for goals.

Back Mbeumo to punish Tottenham's defensive problems

Mbeumo has a particularly strong record against Spurs, having been involved in seven goals across his last six Premier League appearances against them, scoring six times and providing one assist.

The Red Devils forward also found the net both home and away against Tottenham last season, giving him plenty of reason to fancy his chances again on Saturday.

United's overall form has been inconsistent, with just two victories in seven matches across all competitions this season. However, their home games have often provided entertainment, with six of their last eight home league results being wins in which both teams scored.

That trend makes Mbeumo's individual scoring market appealing, particularly if United can take advantage of a Tottenham side lacking confidence in front of goal.

Spurs have failed to score in four of their five Premier League matches this season, while two of their last three league outings finished 0-0. Their recent 3-2 defeat at home to Aston Villa also highlighted the pressure building around the club following a summer of significant spending.

There is a potential case for backing Mbeumo to score in a game where United will be keen to exploit Tottenham's struggles, although the visitors' low-scoring run makes the both-teams-to-score element of the combination a riskier proposition.

Man Utd vs Spurs best bets

Bryan Mbeumo to score – 7/4 (2.75) with Sky Bet

Mbeumo has scored six goals in his last six Premier League appearances against Tottenham and netted in both meetings last season. At 7/4, he looks worth backing to continue that impressive record.

Bryan Mbeumo to score and both teams to score – 27/10 (3.70) with Coral and Ladbrokes

United's recent home results offer encouragement for both teams to find the net, with six of their last eight home league games ending in victories where both sides scored. Mbeumo's record against Spurs adds further appeal to this combination, although Tottenham's recent scoring struggles remain a concern.