Manchester United kicks off their new season against Fulham at Old Trafford on Friday 16 August at 8pm GMT. 

The Red Devils come off the back of a defeat to rivals Manchester City in the Community Shield after they lost 7-6 on penalties following a 1-1 draw.

Manchester United signed Matthis De Ligt from Bayern Munich this week as they prepare for the new season to start amid hopes that they can make up ground to the likes of Arsenal and Manchester City.

They will want to hit the ground running against a tough Fulham side who will make the trip to Old Trafford, hoping to spoil United’s party.

The game will be available to watch on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League on Friday night kicking off at 8 pm.

Manchester United backed by betting odds after Community Shield

Erik Ten Hag’s side put out a good showing against City in the Community Shield, they almost won before an 89th-minute equaliser by Bernardo Silva ruined their chances of the trophy.

Their solid performance has helped to make them 4/7 favourites over Fulham according to Oddschecker which gives them a 63.6% chance of winning the game.

A draw is backed at 18/5 and a win for Fulham is backed at 24/5. United has the stronger squad and the home advantage which is why they are the big favourites for the opening day.

The Red Devils won their opening game last year against Wolves and will be hoping for more of the same this time around. We are predicting a 2-0 win for Erik Ten Hag’s side.

Press the next page to see our predicted starting XI for United as they kick off the new season.