United v Sunderland

Old Trafford welcomes back one of its former heroes on Saturday when Steve Bruce returns to the club he captained to three Premier League titles.

Despite failing to really sparkle so far in this campaign Sir Alex Ferguson’s men have won their last eight games in a row thanks largely due to the impressive form of the evergreen Ryan Giggs.

After inspiring his side to victory last weekend at Stoke, the Welshman took the plaudits again in midweek with a vital contribution in United’s Champions League win over Wolfsburg, a match which also saw him notch up his 150th goal for the club.

United will be without Michael Owen, who suffered a groin strain against Wolfsburg.

Ben Foster will return to United's goal despite Poland international Tomasz Kuszczak playing in midweek.

Sunderland boss Steve Bruce has reported no new injury concerns ahead of Saturday's clash.

Lee Cattermole (heel) may miss out after Bruce admitted the midfielder should not have been rushed back for Sunday's 5-2 victory over Wolves.