Manchester United vs Tottenham: 5 Key Battles

5. Nani vs. Kyle Walker

Not to be outdone in the winger department, United have their own rocket-propelled hit man to call upon. Despite rumours linking him with an exit from Old Trafford in the Summer, Nani looks set to stay with United for at least one more season, and whilst his performances can be somewhat inconsistent, on his day he is a player that you would much rather have playing for you than against you. The Portuguese is yet to find the net this season for United, but he is no stranger when it comes to scoring against Tottenham, having netted against them numerous times, the most infamous being his controversial tap-in against the North Londoners two seasons ago at Old Trafford. If Nani is on form, then Villas Boas must ensure that his side deal with the threat that he poses; and who better to do that than Kyle Walker. Named as the PFA€™s young player of the season earlier this year, Walker has made a big name for himself in his short time as a Spurs player. Strong in the air and blessed with pace in abundance, he was one of the stars of the Tottenham side last season, garnering praise from his fans and teammates alike. And whilst he is predominantly a defender, one of the many strengths Walker possesses is his ability to bomb forward into the opposition half. This is one thing that Nani will have to take into account when he comes up against Walker, and help his teammates by ensuring that he is more focused on his defensive responsibilities rather than attacking. What do you think United and Spurs fans? Which players will emerge victorious and help their team to three points? Share your thoughts below.