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Bournemouth vs Man United - Premier League: Live score, team news and updates as Erik ten Hag's side look to keep

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By Harry Bamforth

Published: 16:00 BST, 13 April 2024 | Updated: 16:56 BST, 13 April 2024

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Will Mount have a part to play?

Mason Mount, the man who can't buy a start.

The former Chelsea man just can't break into the starting 11, you just wonder when his moment would come.

Following his goal against Brentford, and some of the performances of other individuals, you'd think it wouldn't hurt to give him a go.

Erik ten Hag obviously doesn't agree though, so the bench it is for Mount.

I wonder what he thinks about all this?

 Mason Mount of Manchester United inspects the pitch prior to the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Manchester United at Vitality Stadium on April 13, 2024 in Bournemouth, England. (Photo by Charlie Crowhurst/Getty Images) (Photo by Charlie Crowhurst/Getty Images)

United's homegrown success

First of all, fair play to Manchester United.

The Red Devils have included eight players who are either academy graduates or still within the academy, in today's squad.

United's academy is one of the best in te world and it's always great to see players make it to the big time.

How many of the eight will get minutes I wonder?

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Cherries seek first-ever league double over United

Yes, that's right, Bournemouth have never done the double over United.

I mean, it makes sense. Before this season they had never even won at Old Trafford.

Do we think they can get the job done? I don't see why they couldn't.

Although, with Antoine Semenyo out, that hurts their chances.

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Man United Team news - Rashford STARTS

There is our answer, Marcus Rashford is passed fit to start.

Erik ten Hag has named an unchanged 11 from the 2-2 draw with Liverpool with Willy Kambwala impressing enough to keep his place.

As revealed, 18-year-old Ethan Wheatley is named on the bench.

Bournemouth Team News - THREE changes

Here we are then, this is the side Andoni Iraola has named to take on Manchester United.

Iraola has made three changes, with Dango Ouattara, Luis Sinisterra and Marcos Senesi all coming in.

Lloyd Kelly drops to the bench while Antoine Semenyo and Marcus Tavernier miss the match through injury.

Will Rashford start?

Right then, we are nearing everybody's favourite time, the team announcements.

There was a question mark over Marcus Rashford and whether he would feature today after picking up a knock against Liverpool.

The forward faced a late fitness test but is on the south coast and looks ready to roll.

Does that mean he will play? Who knows...

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 Erik ten Hag Manager/Head Coach of Manchester United with his coaching staff on the pitch prior to the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Manchester United at Vitality Stadium on April 14, 2024 in Bournemouth, England.(Photo by Marc Atkins/Getty Images)

Last Time Out: Man United 0-3 Bournemouth

Sorry Man United fans, you knew I would mention it.

The last time these two faced off was a rain-soaked day in Manchester back in December, and it's a game that will long in the memory of the Cherries faithful.

Bournemouth went into the day having never won at Old Trafford, and oh boy did they put that record straight.

The Cherries didn't just beat United, they made a statement, putting three goals past Erik ten Hag's side, with Dominic Solanke, Phillip Billing, and Marcos Senesi doing the damage.

If they can perform anything like they did that day this evening, it will be a wonderful day for them.

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Bournemouth arrive on their patch

Here we go then, the squads are starting to arrive.

Dom Solanke looks relaxed as he arrives for the big clash, he could be key for the hosts today.

Can this group of lads cause another upset today?

 Dominic Solanke of Bournemouth before the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Manchester United at Vitality Stadium on April 14, 2024 in Bournemouth, England. (Photo by Robin Jones - AFC Bournemouth/AFC Bournemouth via Getty Images)

 Lloyd Kelly of Bournemouth before the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Manchester United at Vitality Stadium on April 14, 2024 in Bournemouth, England. (Photo by Robin Jones - AFC Bournemouth/AFC Bournemouth via Getty Images)

Calm before the storm

It's eerily quiet at the Vitality Stadium at the moment, but it won't be for long!

Manchester United have a good record at this stadium and will be hoping to add to it this evening.

I always love covering games at this ground, when it wants to it can create a great atmosphere.

Plus, it looks great in the sun.

 General view inside the stadium prior to the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Manchester United at Vitality Stadium on April 13, 2024 in Bournemouth, England. (Photo by Charlie Crowhurst/Getty Images) (Photo by Charlie Crowhurst/Getty Images)

Teenage Wheatley set for United bench

Some early team news, and it's going to be a special day for one teenager.

18-year-old Ethan Wheatley is set to be named on the Manchester United bench, his first time being named in a senior squad.

The striker netted an impressive hat-trick against Liverpool Under 18s in a huge 9-1 win.

Will he manage to make it onto the pitch?

United chasing first win in four

Manchester United have not picked up many points recently.

In their last three games, they have picked up just two, despite leading late in each one of them.

Erik ten Hag's side are in desperate need of a win, otherwise, they will drift further and further away from the Champions League spots.

Bournemouth, however, will not play ball and will attempt to push United all the way today.

Remember, they beat United at Old Trafford earlier this season, so they know what it takes.

I'm expecting an extremely tight match.

 Scott McTominay of Manchester United in action with Marcos Senesi of AFC Bournemouth during the Premier League match between Manchester United and AFC Bournemouth at Old Trafford on December 09, 2023 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Ash Donelon/Manchester United via Getty Images)

Time to build for United?

I told you it wouldn't be long until I was back.

The football keeps on coming and we finish the day with Manchester United travelling down to the south coast to take on Bournemouth.

It could turn into a big day for Manchester United who have briefly fallen behind Newcastle United into seventh after their 4-0 win earlier.

After their 2-2 draw with bitter rivals Liverpool last Sunday, can United build on the result in their push for Europe?

It won't be easy, Bournemouth have won their last three home games, and have only lost one in their last six home and away.

I feel more goals coming, let's hope I'm right!

Bournemouth's mascot 'Cherry Bear' waits to greet fans ahead of the English Premier League football match between Bournemouth and Manchester United at the Vitality Stadium in Bournemouth, southern England on April 13, 2024. (Photo by Adrian DENNIS / AFP) (Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Key Updates

  • Man United Team news - Rashford STARTS

  • Bournemouth Team News - THREE changes

  • Time to build for United?

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