Manchester United has never played Shrewsbury Town in a competitive game, but the stakes for their first meeting are higher than mere progression in the soccer world’s oldest competition.
The teams will meet Monday at Greenhous Meadow in the fifth round of the FA Cup. Premier League mainstay Manchester United is heavily favored to beat its opponent from League One (England’s third division), but the Red Devils are struggling under a rash of injuries and a deficit of confidence.
Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal can ease the pressure on his team and himself with a victory. The consequences of defeat would be dire for the under-fire Dutchman.
Here’s how to watch Shrewsbury Town vs. Manchester United online:
When: Monday, Feb. 22, at 2:45 p.m. ET
Live Stream: FOX Soccer 2Go
Thumbnail photo via Jens Dresling/Polfoto/The Associated Press
