the pair have been in scintillating form in recent games with both bagging braces in manchester united 's last two victories .
mata was the two-goal hero during his side 's 2-1 win against liverpool in may with his sensational volley on the hour mark proving the highlight of the anfield triumph .
no doubt louis van gaal will be hoping the pair continue their hot-streak against manuel pellegrini 's men as they look to cement their place in next season 's champions league .