Manchester United's preparations for the new season are almost done, but a clash with Fiorentina at Old Trafford this weekend offers one final tune-up.
And it could also offer a chance to welcome new signing Benjamin Sesko, if United can complete his deal from RB Leipzig in time for him to be presented ahead of kick-off.
United have shown signs of improvement over the summer, and their business has begun to look reasonably impressive. Now, as they finish off their pre-season preparations with the visit of the Serie A side and the return of David de Gea, there's a chance to build momentum.
The Sporting News has you covered with a full preview and the latest tips and odds for this one.
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Manchester United vs. Fiorentina pre-season friendly prediction
Manchester United have shown signs of cohesion and improved patterns of play this summer, and so siding with them to finish their summer with a flourish seems a good shout against Fiorentina.
United are priced up at 1.78 with Melbet while Fiorentina are the underdogs with odds of 4.18 with the same firm. The draw is priced up at 3.96.
The Sporting News' Score Prediction: Manchester United 3-0 Fiorentina
- Manchester United are rated as a 56.2% implied chance to beat Fiorentina for this pre-season friendly.
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Manchester United vs. Fiorentina predicted lineups
Manchester United predicted lineup (3-4-2-1, right to left)
- Bayindir (GK) — Yoro, Maguire, Shaw — Dalot, Fernandes, Mainoo, Dorgu — Mbeumo, Cunha — Hojlund
Injured: Onana (doubt, thigh), Martinez (knee), Mazraoui (hamstring), Zirkzee (doubt)
Suspended: None
Fiorentina predicted lineup (3-5-2, right to left)
- De Gea (GK) — Comuzzo, Mari, Ranieri — Dodo, Mandragora, Richardson, Fagioli, Gosens — Beltran, Kean
Injured: Kouame (knee), Nzola (knee)
Suspended: None
Manchester United vs. Fiorentina latest odds, correct score betting
Our 3-0 prediction is at good odds of 13.00 with Melbet but there are plenty of other possible score lines that are worth looking at to add some value. Here's some of the most likely according to the sportsbooks.
| Result | Odds* |
| Draw 1-1 | 7.50 |
| Man Utd 2-1 | 8.00 |
| Man Utd 1-0 | 8.50 |
| Man Utd 2-0 | 9.00 |
| Man Utd 3-1 | 12.00 |
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Manchester United vs. Fiorentina team news: Will Sesko play?
- Benjamin Sesko's move will not be completed in time for him to feature, but the signings of Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha are seemingly ideal for the two in Ruben Amorim’s 3-4-2-1 system, and it will now just be about getting things to gel at Old Trafford.
- Fiorentina are heading into the season with a bit of uncertainty surrounding some key players, as there is reported interest in both centre-back Patrick Comuzzo and midfielder Amir Richardson.
- United legend David de Gea will also play against the side he made 545 appearances for over 12 years for the first time since his departure in 2023.
Manchester United vs Fiorentina Bet Builder tips
Our bet builder for this clash has Man Utd to win and Over 2.5 Total Match Goals.
That is available currently with Melbet at 2.44 and you can check the latest odds on all the match markets and bet direct with the firm here.
How to watch Manchester United vs. Fiorentina: Live stream, TV channel
- Date: Saturday, August 9
- Venue: Old Trafford, Manchester, England
- Time: 5:15 p.m. IST
- TV/Stream: MUTV