While getting in shape will remain the top priority for the Red Devils in this match, they undoubtedly would also like to earn a winning result. On Tuesday, David Moyes' squad fell 3-2 to the Yokohama F-Marinos.
With the Cerezo Osaka match scheduled for Friday, the Red Devils don't have a lot of time off. However, travel will be a bit easier than it was when they made the jump from Australia to Japan prior to the F-Marinos contest. It's just going to be a ride on the bullet train this time.
When: July 26 at 6 a.m. ET, 11 a.m. BST
Where: Nissan Stadium in Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan
United conceded early and late goals to lose 3-2 to Yokohama F•Marinos on Tuesday in the third game of Tour 2013 presented by Aon. The Reds are likely to be in for a similarly tough test against Cerezo Osaka, who have won four of their last six J-League games, including a 2-1 win over the Marinos a fortnight ago, and are fifth in the table.
Ins and outs: Robin van Persie is fit after being taken off as a precaution in Yokohama with a thigh strain. David Moyes is set to make use of his full squad to cope with the heat in Osaka but expects Danny Welbeck to play. Michael Carrick (groin) is still a doubt, while Shinji Kagawa is almost certain to play some part against his former club.
