September 1st 2024.
Erik ten Hag, the coach of Manchester United, has made some changes to his team for their upcoming match against Liverpool. He has explained the reasons behind these changes, including the exclusion of star players Harry Maguire and Amad Diallo from the starting lineup.
After their recent defeat against Brighton, United made three changes to their starting eleven for the highly anticipated game at Old Trafford on Sunday. Maguire, Diallo, and the injured Mason Mount were replaced by Matthijs de Ligt and Joshua Zirkzee, who were making their full debuts for the team. Additionally, Alejandro Garnacho also joined the team as one of the new faces on the field.
When asked about his team selection, Ten Hag shared, "De Ligt is fit and ready to play. He's a very ambitious player and we are excited to see him in action." He also added, "Harry and Amad have been performing brilliantly, but we have a strong squad and we need to consider what will work best against our opponents." He reassured that both Maguire and Diallo will still play an important role in the game.
However, it was Zirkzee who was given the opportunity to start as the centre-forward, a position that United has been lacking this season. United legend Gary Neville praised the changes made by Ten Hag, saying, "These changes were inevitable. We can expect to see players like Manuel Ugarte and Luke Shaw in the starting lineup in the coming weeks, which will bring more energy to the team." He also highlighted the importance of having a recognised centre-forward, something that United has struggled with in previous matches.
As the match began, Maguire took his place on the bench, while Zirkzee took on the role of the much-needed centre-forward for United. With these changes, United hopes to secure a victory against their fierce rivals Liverpool. Stay tuned for more updates and analysis on Manchester United. Sign up now for exclusive news and insights on the team. We value your privacy and adhere to the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
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