Ruben Amorim takes charge of his 50th match as Manchester United boss this weekend, knowing that pressure is mounting after a poor start to the season.
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The Red Devils’ latest setback came in a 3-1 defeat to Brentford, and Amorim will be desperate to sign off for the international break with a much-needed win.
Standing in his way is a buoyant Sunderland side who’ve made a flying start under Regis Le Bris, sitting in the top five after six games - the best start to a Premier League campaign by a promoted side in over a decade.
Manchester United v Sunderland tips
• Sunderland to score - 57/100 with Bet365
• Over 1.5 Goals - 1/5 with Bet365
• Matheus Cunha to attempt 2+ shots - 11/100 with Bet365
Odds courtesy of bet365. Correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Sunderland to score
Despite United winning back-to-back games at Old Trafford, their defensive record is concerning. The Red Devils have conceded 11 goals from just 56 shots faced this season – the worst conversion rate against in the league.
Sunderland, meanwhile, are brimming with confidence, with Granit Xhaka assisting each of their last three goals.
Even though United are unbeaten in 24 games against promoted sides, backing Sunderland to at least get on the scoresheet at 57/100 looks smart.
Tip: Sunderland to score @ 57/100
Bet explanation: This bet wins if Sunderland scores at least a goal against Manchester United
Over 1.5 Goals
Neither of these teams have been involved in dull affairs recently.
Of Sunderland’s last seven goals, six have come after half-time, while United have conceded at least once in all but one of their league matches so far.
With Amorim under pressure and Sunderland riding a wave of belief, goals should flow at Old Trafford. Over 1.5 at 1/5 is short, but it looks almost guaranteed.
Tip: Over 1.5 Goals @ 1/5
Bet explanation: This bet wins if there are at least two goals scored in the game between Manchester United and Sunderland.
Matheus Cunha to attempt 2+ shots – 11/100 with Bet365
Matheus Cunha has quietly been one of United’s more persistent attackers despite their struggles.
He’s had 3+ shots in four of his last five league starts, including four attempts last weekend at Brentford. Only two players in the Premier League have had more efforts than him in 2025.
Given Sunderland’s style of soaking pressure before countering, Cunha should see plenty of the ball in advanced areas, making 2+ shots at 11/100 a banker.
Tip: Matheus Cunha to attempt 2+ shots @ 11/100
Bet explanation: This bet wins if Matheus Cunha plays at least two shots against Sunderland.
Manchester United v Sunderland odds
• Manchester United - 1/2 with Bet365
• Draw - 15/4 with Bet365
• Sunderland - 19/4 with Bet365
Odds, correct at the time of publication, are subject to change.
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