Erik ten Hag’s side will surely have been considered one of the favourites for the competition before a ball was kicked this season but got off to an underwhelming start when they were held to a 1-1 draw by FC Twente.
FC Porto are also looking for their first victory after tasting defeat away at Bodo/Glimt. The pressure is no doubt on United, however.
Here’s everything you need to know about the game.
Date, kick-off time and venue
Porto vs Man Utd is scheduled for an 8pm BST kick-off time on Thursday, October 3, 2024.
Estadio do Dragao in Porto will host.
Where to watch Porto vs Manchester United
TV channel: The game will be broadcast on TNT Sports 1.
Live stream: Subscribers will be able to watch on a live stream via the Discovery+ app.
LIVE coverage: Follow all the action with Standard Sport’s dedicated match blog!
Manchester United must improve to avoid another defeat
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Porto vs Manchester United team news
Kobbie Mainoo has shaken off an injury scare to feature in Portugal, but Mason Mount – despite allaying fears of his own fitness problems – will miss out.
Ten Hag will be desperate for a result so will play a strong team, meaning the likes of Lisandro Martinez and Matthijs de Ligt will keep their places in defence and Alejandro Garnacho and Bruno Fernandes should start in attack.
Rasmus Hojlund is pushing to start after overcoming injury.
Porto vs Manchester United prediction
It is a difficult task for United, who it would be difficult to say regularly convince.
Head to head (h2h) history and results
Porto vs Manchester United latest odds
Odds via Betfair and subject to change.
