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Conia Sparks Manchester United’s Attack as they host Bournemouth

15 December 2025

Conia Sparks Manchester United’s Attack as they host Bournemouth
Conia leads United’s attack as the two teams line up for kickoff.

Lineup and stakes in the EPL clash

Manchester United, under coach Ruben Amorim, will rely on Brazilian Matheus Conia to spearhead the attack against Bournemouth in the 16th round of the Premier League.

Amorim chose to keep Joshua Zerki and Benjamin Sisko on the bench, unleashing Conia with Mason Mount and Bryan Mbeumo in a forward line.

In defense, young Aiden Heiven will partner Luke Shaw and Liny Yuro in front of goalkeeper Leminez, with Lisandro Martinez among those on the bench.

In the forward setup, the lineup reads Mount, Conia and Mbeumo at the front, with Dalot, Casemiro, Bruno Fernandes and Diallo in midfield to drive pressing and distribution.

Meanwhile, Bournemouth line up with Petrovic in goal, a backline featuring Smith, Diakiite, Sinese and Trovier, and a midfield trio of Taverner, Adams and Jimenez behind attackers Kluyvert, Evanilson and Siminio.

As for standings, United enter the game with 25 points in eighth place, three points behind Chelsea (fourth). Bournemouth sit 15th with 20 points, still perilously close to the relegation zone.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who leads the Manchester United attack in this match?

Matheus Conia is chosen to lead the United frontline.

What is United’s league position before the game?

United have 25 points, sit in eighth, three behind Chelsea in fourth."

What is Bournemouth’s league situation in this match?

Bournemouth are 15th with 20 points, aiming to climb away from the relegation zone.