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Man Utd and Aston Villa set for tense battle in UCL qualification race
- Manchester United host Aston Villa at Old Trafford as they chase a Champions League spot with nine games left.
- Carrick says his players are “itching to get going” after United’s first defeat under his leadership.
- Mason Mount could return from injury as United assess squad fitness ahead of the Villa match.
- Aston Villa look to recover from recent results after a turbulent start and a mid-season downturn.
- Recent form shows United’s first defeat under Carrick, with Casemiro rescuing a draw before William Osula’s late winner for Newcastle.
- Villa’s John McGinn returns to action, potentially earning a start against United.
- Villa face potential squad issues with Youri Tielemans and Boubacar Kamara sidelined.
- Referee and lineups discussions hint at a tactical battle amid lineup changes for both teams.
- The fixture marks their 202nd meeting, with United holding a large head-to-head lead.
- Officials aim to keep the top-four race tight as nine fixtures remain in the season.
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