A rare Thursday Champions League game gives us European royalty, Manchester United against new boys Sabah at Old Trafford.
My Manchester United vs Sabah predictions pinpoint unknowns Sabah as the value here, backing them on the spread against United’s struggling defense.
Man Utd are strong favorites with an 87% chance of the win, a tie is deemed unlikely at 10%, and a Sabah win at 4% seems a long shot.
Read on for my free betting picks for Thursday, September 10 with kickoff at 3:00 p.m. ET on Paramount+.
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Manchester United vs Sabah Baku picks and predictions
My Manchester United vs Sabah Baku top pick: Sabah +2.5 (52% probability)
Man Utd have started the season woefully, giving up an average of two goals per game. Their team is struggling with balance; it’s overloaded in attack, with wide forwards who don’t do enough defensively. With Carlos Baleba yet to start since joining the team, they’re missing a screening midfielder, and Youri Tielemans and Kobbie Mainoo aren’t blessed with athleticism or great defensive positioning.
They’re rightful favorites and should win the game due to their firepower, but they won’t have much film on Sabah, who can surprise their defense. Sabah leftback Tymoteusz Puchacz has exceptional delivery, and with both Luke Shaw and Lisandro Martinez being short, there’s a chance for Sabah to score aerially. Trust Sabah to cause an upset on the spread.
Manchester United vs Sabah Baku combo
Both teams to score — Yes
Sabah +2.5
Man Utd’s defense are far too inconsistent, and they give up too many opportunities to their opponents. Sabah will score, and they should have enough about them to sit in a low block, frustrate United and cover the spread.
Manchester United vs Sabah Baku odds
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How to watch Manchester United vs Sabah Baku
| Location | Old Trafford, Manchester, England |
| Date | Thursday, September 10, 2026 |
| Time | 3:00 p.m. ET |
| TV | Paramount+ |
| Weather | Light rain |
Manchester United vs Sabah Baku key injuries
Manchester United: Carlos Baleba CM (Out), Matthijs de Ligt CB (Out), Manuel Ugarte CM (Out), Tom Heaton GK (Out), Amad Diallo FWR (Out), Marcus Rashford FWR (Questionable).
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