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Stephen Killen

Rashford and Varane start — Manchester United fans pick line up they want vs Atletico Madrid

Manchester United continue their Champions League exploits on Wednesday night as they face La Liga champions Atletico Madrid.

United's 4-2 win over rivals Leeds on Sunday maintained their unbeaten run under Ralf Rangnick, with Harry Maguire's header ending their 139-attempt wait for a goal from a corner and Bruno Fernandes, Fred and Anthony Elanga also scoring to boost top for hopes.

United now turn their attention to the Champions League and a game against Diego Simeone's side in Madrid. United will host the return leg at Old Trafford on March 15.

Rangnick has a few selection dilemmas going into the game tonight, so MEN asked readers to put themselves in the German's shoes and select a line up.

Here's the team you would pick to face Atletico:

Goalkeeper - David de Gea

David de Gea maintains his place as number one as he looks set to feature against his former club.

He has been a key figure for United this season with a number of important saves and outstanding moments between the sticks.

Defenders - Diogo Dalot, Raphael Varane, Harry Maguire, Luke Shaw

Fans have opted to hand Diogo Dalot a return to the starting line-up after he made way for Aaron Wan-Bissaka in the win over Leeds.

Raphael Varane also returns after making his appearance off the bench at Elland Road, as Victor Lindelof deputised for the Frenchman after he suffered from a stomach issue earlier in the week.

Supporters clearly feel the burgeoning partnership of Varane and Maguire is suitable to deal with the threat of Simeone's strike-force.

Midfield - Bruno Fernandes, Paul Pogba, Scott McTominay

The same midfield trio that started in the win over Leeds remains for the trip to Wanda Metropolitano as Paul Pogba, Bruno Fernandes and Scott McTominay all feature in fans' line-ups.

Pogba was a standout in the win in West Yorkshire with a number of key passes as well as winning the midfield battle against Adam Forshaw.

Fred may feel hard-done-by after his impressive cameo that saw him fire in the goal that restored United's lead.

If this selection proves correct, Rangnick will be at ease to know he can rely on the Brazilian to come on and make a difference if needed off the bench.

Attack - Jadon Sancho, Cristiano Ronaldo, Marcus Rashford

Atletico will know all too well the quality of Cristiano Ronaldo. The 37-year-old has frequently tormented Simeone's side in the league as well as the Champions League in Real colours.

In 35 appearances, he's scored 25 goals against Atleti and will have no shortage of motivation tonight.

Jadon Sancho maintains his place while Marcus Rashford returns to the squad despite his recent indifferent form. Sancho has come into his own in recent weeks and could be a vital weapon against the Spanish outfit.

Fans' United XI to play Atletico Madrid: De Gea ; Dalot, Varane, Maguire, Shaw; Fernandes, Pogba, McTominay; Sancho, Ronaldo, Rashford.

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