Manchester United escaped another humiliating Premier League draw by defeating Brighton 2-0, but Rangnick's side had to work hard for the three points. This win keeps their chances of finishing in the top four alive, and they play local rivals, Leeds United, on Sunday.
Even though Brighton were reduced to ten men in the second half, they posed a lot of problems for Man United, indicating that the Red Devils are still far from their best. This season, Leeds United have been a mixed bag, and it's difficult to predict how Marcelo Bielsa's side will perform on any given day.
Solskjaer had no trouble overcoming Leeds United, but we'll have to watch how Ralf Rangnick lines up his team on Sunday. Ole used to exploit Leeds' man-marking system by allowing his players to freely interchange and move places. Will Rangnick employ the same strategy to counter Bielsa's moves?
Man United have gone undefeated in their last six away matches, but they have been looking a little shabby since the start of the year, so there's no certainty that Ronaldo and co. will win on Sunday. The Red Devils have a good record against Leeds, so they should be able to win at Elland Road.
Manchester United will be back in the Champions League next week, so their manager will be looking ahead to that match, which may compel him to rest and rotate some of his important players on Sunday. Ralf has a few injury absences, which emphasizes the importance of a rotational policy.
Manchester United team news vs Leeds United:
Raphael Varane missed the Brighton game due to an unsettled stomach, but he should return to partner Harry Maguire in center defense against Leeds United on Sunday.
In the last few games, Luke Shaw has started ahead of Alex Telles, but the England international is set to be rested this weekend due to the Atletico Madrid fixture.
Rangnick must select the Frenchman ahead of Fred if they are to defeat Leeds United handily.
Since Edinson Cavani is out with a groin injury, Jadon Sancho and Ronaldo will definitely start on Sunday. The manager would have preferred to rest CR7, but he can't afford to do so with Cavani out.
Manchester United possible starting eleven: