
Everton winger Demarai Gray battles Man Utd’s Scott McTominay during pre-season. Picture: Jan Kruger/Getty Images
Everton travel to Manchester United on Saturday aiming for their first victory at Old Trafford since 2013 (12.30 BST).
Rafa Benitez’s men have started the season in excellent form and sit level on 13 points with the Red Devils after six games.
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When the two sides met in pre-season, the Toffees were thrashed 4-0.
But Everton have improved significantly since and head into the clash full of confidence.
Here’s all the key information you need to know ahead of kick-off.
What is the Everton team news?
The Toffees could again be three key players short against United.
Captain Seamus Coleman (hamstring) is unlikely to be back to fitness until after the international break, as well as Dominic Calvert-Lewin (thigh).
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Richarlison has a knee injury but recently posted videos of his rehab on Instagram. That hints he could well be back.
Meanwhile, Andre Gomes missed the clash against Norwich with a calf issue while Jean-Philippe Gbamin has been sidelined with a thigh problem.
What about United?
The Red Devils will also be without their skipper, with Harry Maguire injured for several weeks because of a calf problem.
Marcus Rashford is ahead of schedule as he recovers from a shoulder problem but won’t be fit until after the international break.
Luke Shaw’s recently been nursing a setback but should be OK.
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Predicted line-ups
Man Utd (4-2-3-1): De Gea, Wan Bissaka, Varane, Lindelof, Shaw, McTominay, Fred, Greenwood, Fernandes, Pogba, Ronaldo.
Everton (4-4-1-1): Pickford, Godfrey, Mina, Keane, Digne, Townsend, Allan, Doucoure, Iwobi, Gray, Rondon.
What channel is the game on?
The match will be broadcast live on BT Sport 1 in the United Kingdom. Overseas viewers should check local listings.
How can I stream it?
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BT Sport subscribers will be able to watch the game online via the website or BT Sport app.
What time does coverage start?
Pre-match coverage begins at 11.30 BST.
Can I watch if I’m not a BT Sport subscriber?
No. However, you can purchase a monthly BT Sport pass for £25 which is contract-free. It will renew automatically but you can cancel it whenever you want.
Where can I check out highlights?
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Clips of the game will shortly be uploaded after the full-time whistle on both the BT Sport app and bt.com/sport. In-game clips throughout the 90 minutes are also published.
You can also watch short highlights on the broadcaster’s YouTube channel.
Extended highlights can be viewed on Match of the Day, which takes is broadcast on BBC One at 22.30.