Introduction: setting the scene for a Monday night clash
Manchester United host Everton at Old Trafford on Monday, aiming to tighten their grip on a European-chasing position. With a busy fixture list and a few selection questions lingering, our writers have built a recommended starting XI and tactical approach that balances attacking ambition with defensive solidity. The goal is simple: win the three points, but do so with a formation that maximizes the threat from United’s attackers while keeping the backline compact against Everton’s threats.
