Nemanja Matic, Paul Pogba and Mason Greenwood coming into United's starting lineup.
05.06.2020 - 10:43 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Manchester United fans have warned their Premier League rivals that the Reds will be a different team with Bruno Fernandes and Paul Pogba in the same side.
Fernandes has wowed supporters following his move from Sporting Lisbon and has impressed both on and off the field.
The Portuguese has injected much-needed creativity into the United midfield and has demonstrated leadership qualities on the training ground to become a senior member of the squad despite his limited time at the club.
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Nemanja Matic, Paul Pogba and Mason Greenwood coming into United's starting lineup.
Paul Pogba returns to the starting XI for Wednesday's game against Sheffield United.The Blades are a top four rival for United following their excellent debut season back in the Premier League, currently sat just two points behind Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's men.United played their first competitive game since the postponement of the football season last Friday, drawing against Tottenham which allowed Chelsea to strengthen their grip on the final Champions League spot.Chelsea's win adds even more
United's 1-1 draw with Tottenham Hotspur on Friday night, though Pogba and Matic were both subbed on.Pogba particularly impressed, winning the penalty from which Bruno Fernandes levelled for United following Steven Bergwijn's opening goal for Spurs. The Frenchman's performance could force Solskjaer into a midfield rethink as United prepare for their first home game since the Premier League's resumption, against the Blades at Old Trafford on Wednesday night.
Bruno Fernandes' penalty ensured a share of the spoils against Jose Mourinho's side as United fought back following Steven Bergwijn's opening strike. It was a up-and-down performance from Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side that improved after the introduction of Paul Pogba on 63 minutes.
Manchester United fans of his winning mentality as he told his teammates they should not be satisfied with a point away at Tottenham, despite leaving it late to claim a share of the spoils.The Portuguese midfielder struck from the penalty spot with nine minutes to play to earn United a draw against Jose Mourinho's side, extending their unbeaten run to 12 games in all competitions.It looked a valuable point, against a side also challenging for Champions League qualification and away at a top-six
David de GeaPoor error for Steven Bergwijn's goal and the save from Son Heung-min was routine. His number one status is in increasing doubt.
Solskjaer named a strong looking United team, lining up in a 4-2-3-1 formation for their first Premier League game back after a three-month lay-off, due to the coronavirus pandemic. The United team to face Tottenham includes Marcus Rashford, who is fit again after recovering from a back injury, but Pogba is among the substitutes.
Manchester United are good enough to be regular starters.United could welcome Paul Pogba back for his first appearance in 176 days against Tottenham on Friday night and January signing Bruno Fernandes has enhanced the midfield since Pogba last played on Boxing Day.Nemanja Matic regained his place in the New Year and United triggered the one-year extension in his contract, Fred has started the last 22 Premier League matches and Scott McTominay made an impressive return after a two-month lay-off
Premier League action. United travel to London to face former manager Jose Mourinho's Tottenham side on Friday - their first competitive fixture since March.
Paul Pogba starts against Tottenham.After a break of over three months due to the coronavirus pandemic, United will finally return to Premier League action on Friday when they travel to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.Although the hiatus has proven chaotic for football it could actually play in to United's hands as they will go into the remainder of the campaign with a fully fit squad as their injured players have had time to recover.One of whom is Pogba, who has been limited to a mere eight
Bruno Fernandes and Paul Pogba after Ajax confirmed United's interest in the Dutchman.On Saturday, Dutch national De Telegraaf reported that United were aiming to hijack Van de Beek's prospective move to Real Madrid.MEN Sport reported in January that Van de Beek was on a shortlist of playmakers United were targeting ahead of the summer window.Ajax CEO and former United goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar confirmed that United are one of the clubs interested in the 23-year-old.He told NOS: "It’s clear
Manchester United starting line up following his long injury lay-off.Pogba is yet to feature for United at all in 2020 with his last appearance coming in the Boxing Day win over Newcastle United last year.The French midfielder is one player who should benefit from the three month postponement of the Premier League, with Pogba now back in full training sessions with his United teammates.Much excitement surrounds Pogba and his potential partnership with Bruno Fernandes in midfield and Scholes
Here are the Manchester United morning headlines for Thursday, June 4.
Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes has revealed just how close he came to signing for Tottenham Hotspur last summer.
Former Manchester United star Dimitar Berbatov is backing Paul Pogba and Bruno Fernandes to strike up a 'great' on-field relationship.
The return of Paul Pogba and Marcus Rashford has helped Manchester United's squad find top gear in training, according to Odion Ighalo.