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Manchester United vs Barcelona: What time does it start, where can I watch it, what are the odds?

Everything you need to know for Wednesday's friendly at the FedEx Field

Jack Watson
Wednesday 26 July 2017 07:05 BST
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Can United continue their winning pre-season form against Barcelona?
Can United continue their winning pre-season form against Barcelona? (Getty)

Manchester United face Barcelona in the International Champions Cup as Jose Mourinho's men looks to continue their pre-season winning run.

Romelu Lukaku has settled quickly following his £75m transfer, having already scored two goals in the four games that he has been involved with, but most importantly he looks to be forging an effective partnership with Paul Pogba.

Barcelona have been occupied by reports that Neymar could join PSG for up to £200m. Ernesto Valverde, who joined Barcelona as manager in May, faces the challenge of making the Spanish giants more competitive after missing out on the league and Champions League title last season.

When is it?

The match kicks off on Thursday 27 July 00.30am BST at the FedEx Field.

Where can I watch it?

Fans can watch the game live on MUTV.

It’s a big game for…

Anthony Martial. The Frenchman was limited in his game time last season and will be looking to force his way into Mourinho’s plans this time round. He set up United’s only goal in normal time in a friendly against Real Madrid in mesmeric fashion and was one of two players to play the full 90 minutes. Perhaps pre-season is his last chance to show Mourinho he deserves to be in the first team on a consistent basis.

Anthony Martial starred against Real Madrid (Getty)

Remember when…

Barcelona were crowned Champions League winners at Wembley in 2011 after beating Manchester United 3-1 with one of the most breath-taking performances in a final. Wayne Rooney levelled the score after Pedro put the Spanish side in front but after half-time the masterclass started: both Lionel Messi and David Villa scored as Barcelona completed one of the most thrilling displays in a Champions League final.

Player to watch…

Neymar. The forward has dominated Europe’s back pages with a reported move to PSG but service resumed as normal for the Brazilian when he tormented Juventus’ defence in Sunday’s friendly, no easy feat, and scored two stunning goals.

Neymar has been linked with a move to PSG (Getty)

Last three meetings…

Champions League Final 2011

Manchester United 1 (Rooney) Barcelona 3 (Pedro, Messi, Villa)

Champions League Final 2009

Barcelona 2 (Eto’o, Messi) Manchester United 0

Champions League Semi-final Second Leg 2008

Manchester United 1 (Scholes) Barcelona 0 (Manchester United won 1-0 on aggreagate)

Odds…

Manchester United to win: 11/4

Draw: 11/4

Barcelona to win: 5/6

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