Did You Know...

• The last time Manchester United won the first-leg of a European tie and were knocked out came in 2007 as they defeated AC Milan 3-2 at Old Trafford, before an injury-ravaged side lost 3-0 in Italy.

• Paul Pogba (pictured right) will make his European debut if he features at any point.

• United haven’t lost any of their last 11 home European matches. Their last home loss was against Besiktas in November 2009.

• They have lost just two home matches in Europe since losing to Deportivo La Coruna in October 2001.

• Ajax have lost just five of their last 20 away Europa League matches, but have only won four of their last away matches in the Champions League.

• Of their 13 goals so far in Europe this season, five of United’s have been scored in the final 15 minutes of matches.

• Reported United target Christian Eriksen currently leads Ajax’s assist chart this season with 11.

• If he features, Ryan Giggs will make his 900th appearances for United.