Darron Gibson: Marseille will be going for it & that will play into Manchester United’s hands at Old Trafford

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Manchester United midfielder Darron Gibson has fired a warning shot at Marseille ahead of their Champions League clash on Tuesday and claimed that with both sides going for the win, the tie will invariably play into the Red Devils’ hands.

After the goalless draw in the first leg, Gibson feels the hosts are in a better position than their French opponents to progress to the quarter-finals, and that it will be a different United in the home leg.

“Both teams just cancelled each other out on the night of the first leg,” Gibson told Sky Sports.

“There wasn’t many chances to be honest, but coming back to Old Trafford it will be a different story.”

With Marseille and United looking to score to gain the advantage in the tie, Gibson feels an attacking approach from both sides will suit the hosts.

“They sat back and soaked up the pressure we were putting on them and we just cancelled each other out,” he added.

“Obviously they need a result and we are at home so they have to come out going for it and we will obviously be going for it as well, but it plays into our hands because we are at Old Trafford.

“They are a good side, but I think we can beat them if we play well.”

And the Republic of Ireland international was hopeful to be selected in central midfield after starting the first leg, insisting it would be a dream come true to find the back of the net.

“I would love it to be a special night at Old Trafford, but I want to get a result this time as obviously we got put out last time,” he continued.

“I would be delighted to play again and to score would be unbelievable.”