Manchester United, currently sitting fourth in the league, will travel to Bucharest on Thursday to face FCSB, positioned eighth. Both teams are eager for a victory to secure automatic qualification for the last 16 of the UEFA Europa League.
Last week, Man United clinched a thrilling last-minute win against Rangers in an intense “Battle of Britain” match at Old Trafford, bringing them closer to the knockout stage. FCSB, formerly known as Steaua Bucharest, is just one point behind United, having achieved a hard-fought 3-2 victory against Qarabağ FK in their recent away game in Azerbaijan.
The match is set to take place at the National Arena in Bucharest at 10 p.m. EET local time, or 8 p.m. GMT in the UK. For viewers in the US and Canada, kickoff will be at 3 p.m. ET or 12 p.m. PT, while fans in Australia can tune in at 7 a.m. AEDT the following day.
For those looking to watch the match live, several streaming services have the rights to broadcast it across different regions. In the US, Paramount Plus has exclusive live English-language coverage. Meanwhile, TNT Sports holds the broadcasting rights in the UK, while DAZN Canada will show the game in Canada. In Australia, fans can enjoy the action via Stan Sport.
With both teams requiring this victory for confidence and qualification, fans can expect an exciting clash that showcases their skill and determination on the pitch.
This next game presents an important opportunity for both sides to solidify their place in the tournament and can serve as a motivating factor heading into the knockout stages.