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Premier League GW8 Predictions: Manchester United vs Bournemouth & Sunderland vs Leeds

The Premier League Gameweek 8 fixtures got underway on Friday, October 23, with Ipswich Town drawing 1-1 with Nottingham Forest. We are now moving on to two intriguing fixtures on the Sunday fixture list, bringing you our predictions for Manchester…

Published: Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 11:51 AM
Premier League GW8 Predictions: Manchester United vs Bournemouth & Sunderland vs Leeds
Key Things to Know
  • Manchester United host Bournemouth at Old Trafford with manager Michael Carrick under mounting pressure after poor form.
  • Carrick dismissed media reports of dressing room unrest following recent comments from Bruno Fernandes and Lisandro Martinez.
  • United will be without multiple key players, including Marcus Rashford, Lisandro Martinez, and Benjamin Sesko.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Under-pressure Manchester United host Bournemouth at Old Trafford in Premier League Gameweek 8 following a difficult run of form. United manager Michael Carrick dismissed talk of dressing room unrest after recent comments from Bruno Fernandes and Lisandro Martinez, insisting the squad will return to form. Meanwhile, Bournemouth manager Marco Rose enters the clash following consecutive victories against Sunderland and AC Milan.

Carrick confirmed several squad absences, with Lisandro Martinez, Marcus Rashford, Kobbie Mainoo, Luke Shaw, Benjamin Sesko, Patrick Dorgu, Manuel Ugarte, and Tom Heaton ruled out, while Ayden Heaven returns. For the visitors, Bournemouth forward Junior Kroupi is set to be involved for the first time this season.

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