Man United vs Barnsley prediction and odds ahead of Carabao Cup clash
Man United prepare to welcome Barnsley to Old Trafford as the two sides meet in the Carabao Cup
As Manchester United gear up to face Barnsley in the EFL Cup, the two teams find themselves in markedly different forms. Erik ten Hag's tenure at Old Trafford has come under increasing scrutiny, and a slip-up against lower-league opposition could further alienate an already restless fanbase.
The Red Devils go into this match as the unsurprising favourites with bookies Betfred at 1/6 while the visitors Barnsley are 12/1 outsiders to produce a huge cupset and a draw is 6/1.
Manchester United's season has been a mixed bag so far, with the Red Devils managing just two wins from their first five matches. While they secured crucial victories against Fulham and Southampton, consistency has eluded them, especially in tougher fixtures against Liverpool and Brighton.
On the flip side, Barnsley have made a strong start in League One. Despite a recent 3-0 defeat to Stevenage, the Tykes are still within striking distance of the playoff spots, having previously strung together three consecutive wins.
Barnsley's morale received a significant lift after their impressive victory over Sheffield United in the previous round of the EFL Cup. This triumph should bolster the young squad's belief as they head into this high-stakes encounter against Premier League opposition.
Manchester United, meanwhile, regained some much-needed confidence with a dominant performance against Southampton. Manager Erik ten Hag is expected to rotate his squad for this match but will likely retain a strong core to ensure they avoid any potential upsets in this round of 16 fixture.
Man United vs Barnsley
- Man United to win and both teams to score - 15/8
- Over 2.5 goals - 8/15
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