Date, time and coverage: Saturday 15 September, 15:00 BST kick-off. Follow it live on ManUtd.com with text and radio commentary.
Form guide:
Prior to the international break, Manchester United overcame the odds
to record a dramatic comeback victory over Southampton, thanks mainly to
a Robin van Persie hat-trick. That win left the Reds with six points
from a possible nine in the Barclays Premier League, having earlier lost
to Everton on the opening night of the season. Wigan Athletic have made
a solid start to the new campaign, earning four points from their three
matches, most recently drawing 2-2 with Stoke City at the DW Stadium.
The Latics have a poor record at Old Trafford, however, having lost
every one of their seven previous games.
Last meeting:
United’s eight-point lead in the title race was cut to five as Wigan
climbed out of the relegation zone with a shock 1-0 win at the DW
Stadium in April. Shaun Maloney’s fine 20-yard finish gave the Latics an
early second-half lead – one which the Reds uncharacteristically failed
to overturn.
Ins and outs: Robin van Persie and
Shinji Kagawa both picked up minor injuries on international duty and
Wayne Rooney continues to recover from his gashed leg. Danny Welbeck and
Chicharito could be handed starts, while David de Gea will hope to
reclaim his place between the posts, having been replaced by Anders
Lindegaard against Southampton. Phil Jones is definitely unavailable
following surgery on a knee injury sustained in training. Wigan boss
Roberto Martinez has been blessed with a healthy start to the campaign,
with just two players – Jean Beausejour and Antolin Alcaraz – doubtful
for Saturday's fixture.
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