Ipswich vs Manchester United: Paul Merson predicts what will happen in this game

Manchester United fans are looking forward to this clash between Ipswich and Manchester United on Sunday.

It’s Ruben Amorim’s first game in charge of Manchester United, and many are anticipating how United will fare under the new manager.

Paul Merson is backing Manchester United to beat Ipswich nevertheless.

Paul Merson wrote in his column for Sportskeeda: “It’s a good first game to be in charge if you’re Ruben Amorim, but it’s also a dangerous game and I’ll tell you why.

“Manchester United cannot lose this game, that would be catastrophic. But if they win, people are going to be like, ‘It’s only Ipswich, of course you had to win’.

“This is certainly a tough game for Manchester United. I’m backing them to win but I don’t think it will be easy. Amorim will want to play three at the back, this is a good game to test that out. Even though I feel United will win against Ipswich, I have a sneaky feeling about this game.

“Marcus Rashford was clearly not the first-choice in attack under Ruud van Nistelrooy. So he has to turn things around under Amorim. If he is unable to do that, I think United have a big problem. Rashford’s wages are going to become an issue if they want to move him on. I don’t know who buys him at the moment. It will be interesting to see how he performs under Amorim, certainly something to keep an eye on.”

Paul Merson’s prediction: Ipswich 1-2 Manchester United