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Solskjaer reveals who to blame for AC Milan’s late equaliser vs Man Utd

Solskjaer reveals who to blame for AC Milan’s late equaliser vs Man Utd

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has said Dean Henderson should have saved AC Milan’s equaliser but feels the entire Manchester United team should take the blame for their poor display on Thursday. A goal from Amad Diallo goal saw United take the lead as the game headed into stoppage time, but a late equaliser in the 93rd minute by Simon Kjaer saw the game end in a 1-1 draw. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); And the Red devils goalkeeper Henderson should have saved the header by Kjaer that saw the Italian side secure the draw. But, Solskjaer said he is disappointed with the team’s overall performance. “Very disappointed to concede with one of the last kicks of the ball, or head. “That makes it harder of course, but it was always going to be going down to the second ...
Solskjaer singles out ‘absolutely superb’ Anthony Martial after Man Utd win

Solskjaer singles out ‘absolutely superb’ Anthony Martial after Man Utd win

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has singled out Manchester United star Anthony Martial for praise after his key role in Sunday’s 2-0 win over Manchester City. United ended City’s long unbeaten run as goals from Bruno Fernandes and Luke Shaw secured a 2-0 win at the Etihad – though they remain 11 points adrift of the runaway league leaders. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Martial has struggled for form this campaign, netting just four league goals, but he won their early penalty which opened the scoring and was a constant threat throughout the derby. The Frenchman was an injury doubt heading into the game and Solskjaer was delighted with the impact he made and hopes it is the beginning of a return to his old form. ‘I thought Anthony was absolutely superb today. He...
Guardiola speaks out on touchline spat with Solskjaer during Manchester derby

Guardiola speaks out on touchline spat with Solskjaer during Manchester derby

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Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola insisted everything is resolved between him and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer after the duo were involved in a touchline row during the derby. The Red devils shocked City to end their 21-game winning run with a 2-0 win. Gabriel Jesus handed United the chance to go ahead in the opening stages of the match after he fouled Martial in the box. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Bruno Fernandes got the first goal from the penalty spot, despite Ederson getting a hand on it. Luke Shaw then scored United's second goal to secure the three points for Solskjaer's side. During the game, Guardiola and Solskjaer could be seen having a heated argument on the touchline, as United prepared replace the injured Rashford with Greenwood. Henderson...
Solskjaer sends warning to Man Utd fans over summer signings

Solskjaer sends warning to Man Utd fans over summer signings

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has warned supporters that it may not be business as usual for Manchester United in the summer window as the financial impact of the pandemic could prevent the club from strengthening the way they want. United seemed to have announced themselves as title challengers once again in a promising start to the season, while Liverpool and Manchester City failed to hit their heights of previous campaigns. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); But City have since beem on a remarkable 21-game winning streak stretching back to December and now sit 15 points clear of second-placed United ahead of their meeting this weekend. The distance between first and second in the table has amplified calls for the Red devils to improve their team with new signing...
Solskjaer reveals Bruno Fernandes is not Man Utd’s ‘worst loser’

Solskjaer reveals Bruno Fernandes is not Man Utd’s ‘worst loser’

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Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has revealed Bruno Fernandes isn’t the ‘worst loser’ at the club and that gong belongs to him. Fernandes has earned a huge reputation for his hatred of losing and the Portuguese midfielder never shies away from showing his unhappiness. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); However, Solskjaer by contrast, generally appears to be a cool person. But he revealed that his amiable character isn’t seen by players behind the scenes when they lose matches. And he has insisted that he is the ‘worst loser’ rather than the former Sporting Lisbon star. ‘If you are at Man United and enjoy losing, you are at the wrong place,’ said Solskjaer. ‘I don’t show my frustration maybe so much as Bruno but I think maybe I am the worst...
Solskjaer reveals three injured Man Utd stars could return before Chelsea clash

Solskjaer reveals three injured Man Utd stars could return before Chelsea clash

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is hopeful that three of his injured Manchester United players will be back in time to play Chelsea on Sunday, though Daniel James has injured his hamstring. United progressed to the last 16 of the Europa League on Thursday after the draw with Real Sociedad, having won 4-0 in the first leg. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‘Hopefully we’ll get a few players back in and Dan tonight was hopefully not too bad,’ Solskjaer told BT Sport after the game. ‘He felt a tweak so we’ll have to check on him tonight. ‘Then Scott, Donny and Edinson we hope that they can be available for the weekend, I’m not sure. Paul [Pogba] is still out a few weeks unfortunately.’ He added: ‘Now until the international break I think we’ve got seven games, seven o...
Rashford & Solskjaer react to Shola Shoretire’s Man Utd debut

Rashford & Solskjaer react to Shola Shoretire’s Man Utd debut

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is confident Shola Shoretire will have a good career at Old Trafford after handing the youngster his debut, while Marcus Rashford is happy to see another academy player given an opportunity to shine. The 17-year-old, who has been outstanding for United’s youth teams, was given a brief cameo off the bench in Sunday’s 3-1 win over Newcastle, replacing Rashford in the 89th minute. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Solskjaer says Shoretire – who was also part of the team that played against Real Sociedad in the Europa League – has been performing well in training and earned his chance to play his Premier League game for United. Asked if it was good to see Shoretire make his debut, Solskjaer told MUTV: ‘Yeah of course. And he’s going to ke...
Solskjaer ready to sell either David de Gea or Dean Henderson this summer

Solskjaer ready to sell either David de Gea or Dean Henderson this summer

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Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has reportedly told Dean Henderson that David De Gea could be sold this summer window. The England international returned to the theatre of dreams last summer after a two-year loan spell at Sheffield and Henderson has made no secret of his desire to replace De Gea as first choice at the club. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Solskjaer has stuck with De Gea so far this season but while his form has improved, he’s made a couple of notable errors against Everton and Sheffield recently. Henderson has been used in the FA Cup and in the Europa League this term but the calls have increased for the young goalkeeper to be given a chance in the Premier League. While Solskjaer is happy at this moment in time to let bo...
Solskjaer hints at Man Utd debuts for two wonderkids vs Sociedad

Solskjaer hints at Man Utd debuts for two wonderkids vs Sociedad

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says Shola Shoretire and Amad Diallo have been included in the Europa League squad to face Real Sociedad. The duo are yet to make first team debuts for United but they’ve been in training with team for the last fortnight. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Solskjaer has already confirmed that Edinson Cavani and Donny van de Beek will miss the clash with injuries, while McTominay and Martial are also doubts. That’s seen Shoretire and Diallo join the squad but Solskjaer dismissed suggestions both players are there to make up the numbers. ‘Yeah they’re in the travelling squad,’ Solskjaer told Manutd.com ‘Not just for experience, they’re there to make an impact if they have to. The two boys have done well in training and they are talents ...
Solskjaer rules two key Man Utd players out of Sociedad clash

Solskjaer rules two key Man Utd players out of Sociedad clash

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Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has ruled Donny van de Beek and Edinson Cavani out of their Europa League game with Real Sociedad. The Red Devils’ Premier League form has dropped, winning one of their last five matches and that has seen them slip seven points behind league leaders Man City. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); They face La Liga side Real Sociedad but Solskjaer has confirmed they will have to play the game without Van de Beek and Cavani, who will miss the match along with Paul Pogba. Solskjaer told reporters: “Paul he is recovering well, starting treatment. Still a few weeks, so he won’t be playing in February that’s for sure. “Apart from that a couple of doubts. Anthony and Scott, so we will have to check them tomorrow. Donny...
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