Manchester United vs Anderlecht team news: Zlatan Ibrahimovic returns for Jose Mourinho, Luke Shaw starts, Wayne Rooney on the bench


MANCHESTER UNITED take on Anderlecht in arguably their biggest game of the season so far.

Despite a commanding performance they came away from the first leg of their Europa League quarter-final in Brussels with only a 1-1 draw.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic starts on the bench for United today
Zlatan Ibrahimovic returns to the starting line up
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Here is all the latest information as the Red Devils look to keep their chances of qualifying for the Champions League through the European route alive.

What is the latest Manchester United vs Anderlecht team news

Zlatan Ibrahimovic returns for Manchester United against Anderlecht in the Europa League.

The Red Devils’ talisman was rested against Chelsea after Jose Mourinho admitted United’s busy schedule was taking its toll on the Swede.

Captain Wayne Rooney is on the bench.


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Juan Mata, Chris Smalling and Phil Jones continue to be out to be injured.

With the exception of Andy Najar, who is doubtful, Anderlecht have a full team available.

Man Utd and England icon Wayne Rooney must be used to jibes now about Shrek
Wayne Rooney is on the bench
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Jose Mourinhos Manchester United take on Anderlecht in the Europa League quarter-final second-leg on Thursday
Jose Mourinho is targeting a Champions League place via the Europa League
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Where can I watch Manchester United vs Anderlecht?

The second leg of this Europa League tie will kick off at 8.05pm kick off, Thursday 20 April.

The game will be shown live on BT Sport 2, with coverage beginning at 7.30pm.

Alternatively you can follow all the action on our live blog.

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