Man United and West Ham renew acquaintances this Wednesday as both sides compete in the EFL Cup round 3. Read on for our expert tips and predictions.

The Mancunians made it four consecutive wins against their opponents last weekend and, in the same vein, stretched their unbeaten run to five games. Would we see a response from the Hammers this week ?

Highly-anticipated encounter on the cards

A Jesse Lingard mistake cost Man United last Tuesday as the Red Devils lost their first UEFA Champions League group stage game of the season against BSC Young Boys. The English midfielder quickly atoned for his sins during the weekend with a stunning strike to put Man United in front against the Hammers. David De Gea was the hero of the day as the Spaniard made his first penalty save in five years to preserve all three points for his side. The five-time football league cup champions were eliminated by their City rivals last season, same with the season before. Would we see them go all the way this time around ?

Mark Noble, who prior to his last kick of a football, has never missed a penalty in his entire football career failed to secure a point for his side as the midfielder missed a spot-kick in the final minutes of the game during the weekend. There have been several criticisms of the manager's decision to bring on Mr Reliable just for the sole purpose of converting the spot-kick, however, David Moyes has made it clear that he doesn't regret the decision even though it costs him a point. With that loss, West Ham have now failed to win any of their last three league games and would new be in search of a revenge victory this Wednesday.

Man United vs Wes Ham Team News

Manchester United possible starting XI:
Heaton; Dalot, Bailly, Lindelof, Shaw; Van de Beek, Matic; Sancho, Mata, Lingard; Martial

West Ham United possible starting XI:
Areola; Fredericks, Dawson, Diop, Masuaku; Kral, Noble; Yarmolenko, Vlasic, Benrahma; Antonio

Man United vs West Ham Prediction: 1-1

West ham gave a good account of themselves during the weekend and they would certainly be pumped after Sunday's dramatic loss. Both teams wouldn't be at full strength and this presents an opportunity for the visitors to pick up a shock victory. However, home advantage should be the difference in this game with the Hammers failing to win at Old Trafford since 2007.