That was Michael Carrick’s first defeat since being appointed head coach and he will keen to get back to winning ways, especially against a rival for Champions League qualification.
Man Utd have won all four home games under Carrick, scoring at least two goals in each of them and face a Villa side that have struggled since the reverse meeting just before Christmas.
That said, Unai Emery’s side did return to winning ways on Thursday evening as they beat Lille 1-0 in the first leg of their Europa League last-16 meeting.
Date, kick-off time and venue
Manchester United vs Aston Villa is scheduled for a 2pm GMT kick-off on Sunday, March 15, 2026.
The match will take place at Old Trafford.
Where to watch Manchester United vs Aston Villa
TV channel: In the UK, the game will be televised live on Sky Sports. Coverage starts at 1pm on Sky Sports Main Event.
Live stream: Sky Sports subscribers can also catch the contest live online via the Sky Go app.
Live blog: You can follow all the action on matchday via Standard Sport’s live blog.
Manchester United vs Aston Villa team news
Man Utd defender Lisandro Martinez is a major doubt after missing the last three games with a calf injury. An update is expected on the Argentine when Carrick addresses the media in the pre-match press conference.
Carrick does have a decision to make in attack as Amad Diallo, Bryan Mbeumo, Matheus Cunha and Benjamin Sesko are battling for three spots.
As for Villa, Jadon Sancho cannot feature at Old Trafford as the rules in his loan agreement prevent the winger from facing his parent club.
Matty Cash is doubtful, Boubacar Kamara is a long-term absentee and the game comes too soon for Youri Tielemans, though he is making good progress as he bids to return from injury.
John McGinn is back – ahead of schedule – as he replaced Douglas Luiz to play the final 13 minutes against Lille but may have to settle for a place on the bench again.
Doubtful: Lisandro Martinez
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Manchester United vs Aston Villa prediction
Man Utd suffered a setback against Newcastle last time out and will be keen to ensure that result was nothing more than a minor blip.
An 11-day break between fixtures could prove crucial here as Villa have been in Europa League action away at Lille and winning that competition may be their best route back into the Champions League next season.
Manchester United to win, 2-0.
Head to head (h2h) history and results
Man United have won the last five games at home to Villa in all competitions, last tasting defeat at the Theatre of Dreams in September 2021.
Manchester United wins: 107
Manchester United vs Aston Villa match odds
Manchester United to win: 4/6
Odds via Betfair (subject to change).