Manchester United fans may be heading to Wembley fearing the worst after a dismal run in the Premier League. Erik ten Hag’s side have picked up just three points from their last four games and the FA Cup odds suggest Coventry are well fancied to dump them out in Sunday’s semi-final.
Read on as we preview the crucial encounter, which sees the Red Devils go up against Championship opposition for the first time in the tournament this term, as both sides look to book a quick return to the national stadium for the final on May 25. To enjoy more flexibility when betting online, enable our Bet Builder function to build a custom selection from a host of NetBet markets.
Coventry vs Manchester United
Sunday, April 21, 3.30pm
Wembley Stadium, London
Live on ITV1
Coventry vs Manchester United Preview
On paper, only a fool would back Coventry to overcome the once mighty Manchester United. But the magic of the FA Cup often upsets the odds and the Sky Blues, managed by former United striker Mark Robins, will give it everything they have to pull off a shock. The second-tier side go into the game on a poor run of league form themselves, with just one win in their last four outings, but are unlikely to be overawed by the challenge awaiting at Wembley.
United know a defeat will slam the door on their final hope of silverware this season and it would pile even more pressure on Ten Hag, who many believe could be shown the door in the summer. But the Dutchman, 54, can draw confidence from his side’s dramatic 4-3 victory over Liverpool in the quarter-finals.
Trailing 2-1 with just minutes to go, Antony netted an equaliser to send the tie into extra-time. Finding themselves behind once again in the added period, Marcus Rashford and Amad Diallo struck in the final eight minutes to book a spot in the final four. The pulsating turnaround stunned United’s arch-rivals and left Ten Hag and Co breathing a huge sigh of relief. While the former Ajax boss will not want to be left biting his nails once again, he will be only too aware his team must win at all costs.
Latest FA Cup Betting Odds
Coventry are good value at 5/1 (6.00) to win but the majority will find it hard to go against United at 9/20 (3.25).
Interestingly, despite their topsy-turvy season, the Red Devils are second favourites to go on and lift the trophy at 9/4 (3.25).
Coventry vs Manchester United Betting Tips
Expect goals in this one, with both teams to score coming in at 7/11 (1.64).
But if you fancy Coventry to draw another blank — as they did in their last league outing against Birmingham — go for the 9/8 (2.12) available on NetBet.
*Odds subject to change