Manchester United 1/3 to see past Swansea City in this weekend’s Premier League opener

Competition: Premier League
Market: Man Utd to win against Swansea
Odds: 1/3 @ Bet 365

Manchester United host Swansea City this weekend in their first Premier League game under new manager Louis van Gaal. The Red Devils will have new signing Ander Herrera playing in the midfield, but left-back Luke Shaw is sidelined with injury, meaning Ashley Young could be featuring as a makeshift wing-back on the left flank.

As van Gaal has a penchant for playing three centre-backs, Phil Jones, Chris Smalling and Jonny Evans are all expected to occupy the backline, meaning there’s no cover for their position should they succumb to injury.

After a dismal campaign in 2013/14, optimism has been renewed following Louis van Gaal’s appointment this summer. Many believe the club can challenge for the Premier League title this season, but first they have Swansea City in their way to get off to the perfect start.

Bet 365 are giving odds of 1/3 for Manchester United to get all three points against the Swans in their early kickoff on Saturday. United will be without striker Robin Van Persie, as the Dutch international is sidelined with injury, which means Javier Hernandez may start alongside new club captain Wayne Rooney in attack.

Bet: Manchester United to see past Swansea City in this weekend’s Premier League opener @ 1/3 with Bet 365 >>