Even a decade back, Manchester United and AC Milan were arguably two of the most esteemed European heavyweights, however, things have changed drastically over time and on Thursday the two giants will lock horns in the Round of 16 of UEFA Europa League, the continent’s second-tier competition. 

Even if the stakes aren’t at the highest level, both United and Milan have enough footballing heritage and rivalry to send the fans buzzing. 

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has unsurprisingly opted for a formidable lineup against the Italian superpowers. Leading the attacking line will be youngster Mason Greenwood, while talismanic Bruno Fernandes will look to operate behind him at the central attacking midfield. 

Eric Bailly and Alex Telles have returned to the United backline while Harry Maguire will be don the armband.

Meanwhile, Stefano Pioli has also gone for a full-strength side. But their injury woes have depleted their squad considerably. Zlatan Ibrahimovic will give the United fixture a miss owing to an injury.

Rafael Leao, Rade Krunic, Brahim Diaz and Alexis Saelemaekers will form the Milan attacking department.

Ever-reliant Gianluigi Donnarumma will captain Pioli’s side.

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Manchester United

Dean Henderson, Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Eric Bailly, Harry Maguire (C), Alex Telles, Scott McTominay, Nemanja Matic, Daniel James, Bruno Fernandes, Anthony Martial, Mason Greenwood.

AC Milan

Gianluigi Donnarumma (C), David Calabria, Simon Kjaer, Fikayo Tomori, Diogo Dalot, Frank Kessie, Soualiho Meite, Rafael Leao, Rade Krunic, Brahim Diaz, Alexis Saelemaekers