MU vs Burnley Prediction, 9:00 p.m. August 30: The end of Amorim?

Prediction before the match MU vs Burnley

MU sank into crisis after only the first 3 matches of the new 2025/26 season. After positive signs in the loss to Arsenal, the Red Devils inexplicably declined and repeated the weak image of last season. They were held to a 1-1 draw by Fulham in a stalemate, before losing shockingly to the English 4th division team, Grimsby Town in the League Cup.

Grimsby Town's total squad value is only about 3.6 million euros, nearly 250 times less than MU's. Many of Grimsby Town's players still work as office workers, but they taught MU's million-dollar stars a lesson in fighting spirit. This defeat not only shows the problem with MU's tactical system, but also highlights the problem with the culture of the red shirt team - something they are trying to rebuild.

Most pundits and fans believe that a Premier League team cannot lose to a 4th Division team if they play at their best. They even believe that MU does not need any sophisticated tactics to overcome Grimsby Town, but the Red Devils could not do it. Many MU players - including new signing Sesko - had a disastrous performance, with almost no ability to compete.

Therefore, the defeat at Grimsby Town made MU's crisis much more serious than the previous failures. For the first time since being appointed, coach Ruben Amorim faced the risk of being fired. The Portuguese coach himself also expressed disappointment and frustration. He suggested that he would "give up" if MU could not improve the current situation.

Hosting Burnley in round 3 is a great opportunity for MU to temporarily escape the crisis. Burnley has just been promoted and is considered one of the weakest teams in the tournament. However, this could also be the last chance for coach Ruben Amorim. If the Red Devils continue to not win, the Portuguese coach will likely be fired. It is important to know that now is the right time for clubs to "change generals", because they will have 2 weeks off to make way for FIFA Days in September.

Ruben Amorim could be sacked after Burnley clash

With what MU has shown, it is difficult to predict how they will perform against Burnley. In the loss to Arsenal, MU dominated the game, created many chances but could not score. If they repeat that style of play against Burnley, they can completely win big because Burnley's defense is of a much lower level than Arsenal's.

However, Burnley's fighting spirit promises to create many difficulties for MU. Fans have continuously called on coach Ruben Amorim to change the formation after his 3-4-3 system did not suit the current MU players. If the Portuguese coach does not change, Bruno Fernandes will continue to play in the central midfield position and MU may be disappointed.

Burnley, despite being weak, have players with good fighting spirit and speed, capable of taking advantage of MU's mistakes. Simply put, MU can press the field for most of the match, but the gap in the midfield will put them in danger every time Burnley counterattacks quickly. Let's wait and see if coach Ruben Amorim will accept the change to save himself or not.

Form, history of confrontation between MU vs Burnley

MU has lost only 1 of the last 25 matches against Burnley in all competitions (W15, D9). However, in the most recent match, MU was held to a 1-1 draw by Burnley at Old Trafford in April 2024.

Expected lineup MU vs Burnley

MU: André Onana, Leny Yoro, Matthijs de Ligt, Luke Shaw, Casemiro, Bruno Fernandes, Amad Diallo, Patrick Dorgu, Bryan Mbeumo, Mason Mount, Matheus Cunha.

Burnley: Martin Dúbravka, Kyle Walker, Hjalmar Ekdal, Maxime Estève, Quilindschy Hartman, Lesley Ugochukwu, Josh Cullen, Jacob Bruun Larsen, Hannibal Mejbri, Jaidon Anthony, Lyle Foster.

Score prediction: MU 3-0 Burnley