Frank Christian
Manchester United aims to claim their first victory of the 2024/25 Europa League season as they host PAOK on Thursday evening.
Since Erik ten Hag’s exit, the Red Devils have shown improvement, recently achieving a convincing 5-2 win against Leicester in the EFL Cup, followed by a gritty 1-1 draw with Chelsea, a contender for the top four in the Premier League.
PAOK, on their part, is also seeking their initial win in the Europa League, having gathered only a single point from three outings thus far. They arrive at this match following a 2-1 triumph over Lamia in the Greek Super League.
The Sporting News provides essential information about this match, including viewing options, kickoff times, and updates on team lineups.
Live stream and TV channel for Man Utd vs. PAOK
Here’s where to catch the Europa League match in the UK:
TV channel: TNT Sports 2
Live stream: Discovery+, Discovery+ App, TNT Sports Ultimate
This match will be broadcast live on TNT Sports 2 in the UK, with streaming options via Discovery+, Discovery+ App, and TNT Sports Ultimate.
Kickoff time for Man Utd vs. PAOK in the UK
This Europa League matchup occurs at Old Trafford in the Greater Manchester Area, England and starts on Thursday, November 7 at 8:00 p.m. local time.
Team News and Predicted Lineups for Man Utd vs. PAOK
Bruno Fernandes returns for Manchester United following a suspension. Mason Mount has resumed training, though he is likely to be available only after the international break.
Unfortunately, Harry Maguire, Luke Shaw, Kobbie Mainoo, Tyrell Malacia, Antony, and Leny Yoro will not participate due to injuries. Meanwhile, Christian Eriksen’s status will be determined closer to kickoff.
Predicted Man United XI (4-2-3-1): Onana (GK) — Dalot, De Ligt, Martinez, Mazraoui — Ugarte, Casemiro — Diallo, Fernandes, Rashford — Zirkzee.
Injuries: Yoro, Shaw, Mainoo, Maguire, Malacia, Antony, Eriksen (doubt)
Suspension: None
This match might also serve as a reunion for former Manchester United youth player Shola Shoretire, who joined PAOK this year. He has made eight appearances for the Greek club so far.
Tiemoue Bakayoko will sit out due to injury, possibly opening the door for either Mady Camara or Stefan Schwab to feature in midfield.
Predicted PAOK XI (4-2-3-1):Kotarski (GK) — Jonny, Kedziora, Colley, Rahman — Camara, Ozdoyev — Despodov, Konstantelias, Taison — Chalov.
Injuries: Bakayoko
Suspension: None
Prediction for Man Utd vs. PAOK
As Manchester United prepares to meet PAOK for the first time, they have historically won all their home matches against Greek teams.
While the Red Devils may not have hit their peak form yet, they have shown increased stability in recent fixtures. Given the quality within their squad, they are expected to secure a comfortable win against PAOK.
- Prediction: Man Utd 3-0 PAOK
Europa League Fixtures This Week
All times are in GMT
Wednesday, November 6
- Besiktas vs. Malmo (3:30 p.m.)
Thursday, November 7
- Bodo/Glimt vs. Qarabag (5:45 p.m.)
- Eintracht Frankfurt vs. Slavia Prague (5:45 p.m.)
- Elfsborg vs. Braga (5:45 p.m.)
- FCSB vs. Midtjylland (5:45 p.m.)
- Galatasaray vs. Tottenham (5:45 p.m.)
- Ludogorets vs. Athletic Club (5:45 p.m.)
- Nice vs. FC Twente (5:45 p.m.)
- Olympiacos vs. Rangers (5:45 p.m.)
- Union Saint-Gilloise vs. Roma (5:45 p.m.)
- Plzen vs. Real Sociedad (8:00 p.m.)
- Ajax vs. Maccabi Tel Aviv (8:00 p.m.)
- AZ vs. Fenerbache (8:00 p.m.)
- Dynamo Kyiv vs. Ferencvaros (8:00 p.m.)
- Lazio vs. Porto (8:00 p.m.)
- Man Utd vs. PAOK (8:00 p.m.)
- RFS vs. Anderlecht (8:00 p.m.)
- Hoffenheim vs. Lyon (8:00 p.m.)
