Manchester United have not put a foot wrong since their return to domestic matters after the World Cup as they prepare to take on a Bournemouth side struggling for momentum upon the restart.
Despite having to contend with one or two absentees, due to injuries and otherwise, United have totted-up three straight victories in all competitions without conceding a goal. As for the Cherries, meanwhile, they have slipped to three consecutive defeats and have not scored in that alarming sequence.
The come into the game off the back of a 2-0 loss to Crystal Palace on New Year's Eve and lost by the same scoreline to Chelsea on December 27. However, they will have nothing to lose at Old Trafford on Tuesday night (8pm) and can play with freedom.
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Here is what two high-profile pundits think will happen when these two Premier League teams collide.
Chris Sutton - BBC Sport
Writing in his BBC Sport column, Sutton said: "I'm a bit worried about where Bournemouth are heading while they have lost six of their past seven league games and conceded two poor goals from set-plays against Crystal Palace.
"With five successive wins in all competitions, Manchester United are heading in the opposite direction.
"It helps a lot that Marcus Rashford is playing so well at the moment, but Erik ten Hag is doing a very good job and they're a team that looks full of confidence."
Score prediction: Manchester United 3-0 Bournemouth
Mark Lawrenson - Paddy Power
When offering up his Paddy Power tips, Lawrenson added: "Bournemouth are starting to fall. I worry for them.
"Without playing well, United are winning and, if you can do that, you're a good side. They're solid and improving."
Score prediction: Manchester United 3-0 Bournemouth
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