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Manchester United XI vs Atletico Madrid: Confirmed team news, predicted lineup, injury latest for Champions League

Man United boss is also facing a selection dilemma in defence after new injury scare

By Tashan Deniran-Alleyne · Evening Standard

Published: Monday, 12 October 2026 at 12:15 PM

Key Things to Know

Luke Shaw and Kobbie Mainoo are ruled out of Manchester United's Champions League trip to Atletico Madrid.
Manager Michael Carrick confirmed both players suffered injuries against Tottenham and did not travel to Spain.
Injuries to Patrick Dorgu and Noussair Mazraoui leave United with limited options at left-back.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Manchester United will be without Luke Shaw and Kobbie Mainoo for Tuesday's Champions League match against Atletico Madrid. Head coach Michael Carrick confirmed that neither player travelled to Spain after sustaining injuries during the weekend's 1-1 draw with Tottenham Hotspur. Both players were unable to train on Monday morning.

Shaw's absence creates a defensive dilemma with Patrick Dorgu and Noussair Mazraoui also sidelined, potentially prompting Carrick to shift Diogo Dalot to left-back. In midfield, Carlos Baleba could make his full debut to replace Mainoo, while Bryan Mbeumo is expected to lead the attack in place of the injured Benjamin Sesko.

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