Manchester United vs Everton LIVE: Premier League result, final score and reaction today
Erik ten Hag names Harry Maguire in his starting line-up as the Red Devils seek a win at Old Trafford
Follow live coverage as Manchester United face Everton in the Premier League today.
Erik ten Hag has sprung a surprise by naming Harry Maguire in his team as the Red Devils host the Toffees, with Marcus Rashford once more starting as the centre-forward after hitting a midweek winner.
United are trying to solidify their place in the top four ahead of the rest of the weekend games, while Everton remain locked in a battle at the bottom with almost half the table still trying to avoid the drop. Sean Dyche’s team face a tough test to get a result on the road today.
We will bring you all the action and updates from today's game in the live blog below:
Manchester United vs Everton
The tempo of this second period is far slower than it was in the first half. Everton's main target seems to be keeping the scoreline at 1-0 for as long as possible before throwing everything at an equaliser.
Manchester United vs Everton
Maguire tackles Iwobi after the midfielder dribbles around Fernandes, but the ball falls to Simms. The striker shoots with a lot of power toward the target only for his own team-mate Coleman to block the shot.
Manchester United vs Everton
The goal in the first half from McTominay is allowing the home side to be more precise with their build-up play as they have the lead to fall back on.
Manchester United vs Everton
Everton enjoy a decent spell of possession, but the visitors are not taking enough risks at the moment when trying to break Man United down.
Manchester United vs Everton
Man United are starting this half on the front foot as they are pinning Everton inside their own box while patiently waiting for an opening.
Manchester United vs Everton
Everton get the second half underway at Old Trafford.
Manchester United vs Everton
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