Talent vs trophies: What matters more when analysing football greatness? Happy trails, Mike. We’ve been training hard. We were stylish against West Ham. Ighalo completed a surprise loan move to Old Trafford from Shanghai Shenhua in the winter transfer window as Solskjaer sought to bring in extra firepower upfront amid an injury-ravaged 2019-20 campaign. Odion Ighalo has insisted he's "ready" to seize his opportunity to shine at Manchester United as he comes into contention for a place in Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's line up against Newcastle. They will bring more challenges to everyone in the team, to work hard for their positions to play in the team.”, Copyright © 2020 Goal.com All rights reserved. Meanwhile, over in France, Paul Pogba thrust himself back into the media spotlight by reopening the ol’ Real Madrid can of worms.

It seemed just the latest chapter in Bailly’s snake-bit career.

The birthday boy even cleans up his own mess @KarlDarlow pic.twitter.com/BTlOOblCEw. Net spend: £34 million. “Everyone is in top shape and, when those who have been in the international teams are all back, I think we are in good heart to win the game. How Partey can help solve Arsenal’s creativity issue. Edinson Cavani wants to write his name amongst the No. I know we didn’t start the season well so we’ll try to start from this weekend and try to win the game to kick the season off.”. Starting XI: Newcastle United vs. Manchester United, Manchester United extend Paul Pogba contract.

Come to the training ground every day and give it my best. Those of us who did not go to the international teams have been working seriously hard. You can change your choices at any time by visiting Your Privacy Controls. Why Man Utd paid big money for 'Messi-esque' Diallo. With Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea up next — and RB Leipzig and Arsenal a little further over the horizon — United cannot afford a slip-up on Tyneside. With his summer work cruelly exposed by Spurs, Woodward sprang into action on deadline day. Manchester United Tactical Analysis: How do you fix this mess? Photograph: Tottenham Hotspur FC/Getty Images United’s response was to hem Spurs in around their area. That’s a far better situation for a player who’s always looked more comfortable creating chances than scoring goals. Paris Saint-Germain will be without injured Argentinian striker Mauro Icardi for their opening Champions League group match against Manchester United, coach Thomas Tuchel announced … The 31-year-old has scored five goals in 22 appearances across all competitions for the Red Devils, earning a contract extension through to January. The former Bournemouth man has already scored four goals for his new club, but also seems to be bringing out the best in Joelinton. That’s what we’re trying to put into place. The information contained in Goal.com may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed without the prior written authority of Goal.com, The Nigerian frontman could be in line for a rare Premier League start when the Red Devils travel to St James' Park this weekend, Koeman responds to Griezmann demands to play number 10, Ronaldo: I didn't break coronavirus rules, Transfer LIVE: Barca to challenge Madrid for Mbappe, The 31-year-old has scored five goals in 22 appearances across all competitions, Who needs Aouar or Ozil? (2) As Woodward giveth, he also taketh away. We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from. The Nigerian has fallen even further down the pecking order following the Edinson Cavani's arrival in Manchester, with the ex-Paris Saint-Germain striker joining United on a free transfer on deadline day. The 'perfect' No.9: Can Everton star Calvert-Lewin shoot down Klopp's Liverpool? Yahoo is part of Verizon Media. To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. Last week, Eric Bailly sent shockwaves through Manchester when he left the Ivory Coast vs. Belgium match with an apparent … By choosing I Accept, you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. Not surprisingly, Newcastle struggle to hold possession (44.7%) and sit rock bottom in shots on goal (2) per game. With Wilson operating up front, Newcastle’s record £40 million signing — who, let’s be honest, looked like a huge bust — has been freed up to embrace his inner No. £37m for an untested teenager? After all, the Slovakia goalkeeper’s quick reflexes and shot-stopping ability won the club many points over the past few seasons. United have individual and tactical issues, but there are potential solutions using current personnel, Media focus on Bruno and Solskjaer relationship indicative of pressure surrounding United, The international break didn’t provide any sort of break from the Manchester United media frenzy, Newcastle Preview, Tactics Talk, and Listener Questions, Premier League clubs reject ‘Project Big Picture’ reforms. It did prove one thing, though — nothing motivates Ed Woodward like abject humiliation. Cut to ribbons by Spurs, Manchester United seek redemption on Tyneside. Martial is also unavailable for the trip to St James' Park after being shown a red card in the 6-1 defeat to Spurs on October 4, which means Ighalo could be called up to lead the line.
We and our partners will store and/or access information on your device through the use of cookies and similar technologies, to display personalised ads and content, for ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. (9) Steve Bruce pulls back the curtain on his tactical shakeup: We've gone from a back five to a back four. I grant you that we haven’t been as stylish as we would have liked. Information about your device and internet connection, including your IP address, Browsing and search activity while using Verizon Media websites and apps. (6) And, despite the doom and gloom that always seems to engulf the club, Bruce’s summer signings have worked a treat. Just one day after the Manchester United backline ran up the white flag against Tottenham’s relentless attack, the club shipped out center back Chris Smalling in a £13.6 million deal with AS Roma. (3) Cavani, in particular, arrived not a moment too soon, as Anthony Martial begins serving his three-match suspension this weekend. The 29-year-old Darlow wowed everyone with 13 saves against Tottenham Hotspur last month — and, in part due to that performance, leads the Premier League in saves. In addition to Cavani, United made four signings in total during the summer transfer window, with Donny Van de Beek, Alex Telles and Facundo Pellistri also snapped up on permanent contracts. Find out more about how we use your information in our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy. Despite Brucie’s pleas for stylish football, his Magpies rank second in the Premier League in long balls (71) per game and near the bottom in short passes (304). He has had to make do with a bit-part role in the squad behind first-choice front three Anthony Martial, Marcus Rashford and Mason Greenwood, but has a popular standing among supporters for his love of the club and commitment to their cause. Last week, Eric Bailly sent shockwaves through Manchester when he left the Ivory Coast vs. Belgium match with an apparent hamstring injury. Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. That is what we’re trying to achieve.

(4) International breaks are always good for a curveball or two. With all due respect to Newcastle, this weekend is the calm before the storm. "For a big team, like Manchester United, you have to have competition for players to do well and I welcome the new guys coming in. Odion Ighalo has insisted he's "ready" to seize his opportunity to shine at Manchester United as he comes into contention for a place in Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's line up against Newcastle. It’s not all bad, though — Newcastle win 53.1% of their aerial duels. Steve Bruce signed attackers Callum Wilson and Ryan Fraser from Bournemouth, left back Jamal Lewis from Norwich, and midfield man Jeff Hendrick on a free via Burnley. Everything that you need to know ahead of Saturday’s match: (1) The less said about that 6-1 drubbing by Tottenham Hotspur, the better. 10. (11) Manchester United need a result at St. James’ Park because the next fortnight will be no walk in the park. (8) When Martin Dubravka hurt his ankle in August, Newcastle understandably feared the worst. We were stylish against Morecambe. Happily, though, the 26-year-old soon took to Instagram to clear the air that his “injury” was just muscle fatigue. But, happily for Newcastle, deputy Karl Darlow hasn’t missed a beat in between the sticks. In that one, Allan Saint-Maximin (who just signed a new six-year deal) opened the scoring, before Wilson finished off the Clarets with a second-half brace. While Jadon Sancho (and Ousmane Dembele) remain tantalizingly out of reach, Manchester United agreed deals with left-back Alex Telles, forward Edinson Cavani, and two teenage lottery tickets in Facundo Pellistri and Amad Diallo. 7 greats, saying that he will be working hard to live up to the likes of George Best, Eric Cantona, David Beckham and Cristiano Ronaldo Love him already ❤️ #MUFC pic.twitter.com/y2kfy0zZmG. Cavani will not be eligible to feature against Newcastle on Saturday though, as he continues to observe a 14-day self-isolation period in accordance with Covid-19 quarantine rules.
Solskjaer has only given Ighalo nine minutes of Premier League action at the start of the new season, and he was omitted from the squad completely for fixtures against Brighton and Spurs before the international break.

(7) The Callum Wilson signing continues to pay dividends in unexpected ways. (5) With Mike Ashley still trying — and failing — to flog off the club on a new buyer, Newcastle spent the summer shopping in the discount bins of the newly-relegated. “Hopefully, I’ll just keep my head down, keep working hard every day. The Shanghai Shenhua is fully prepared to step in as the Red Devils seek to get back to winning ways, telling the club's official website: “I’m always ready. I’ve tried to play one off the front and I’ve done that in six of the seven games this season to try and go away from the back five, defending deep, and playing on the counterattack.

Pogba’s flirtatious comments, aimed at one Zinedine Zidane, did him no favors with the Old Trafford faithful. Vicky Jepson’s side trailed in the Group C tie at Prenton Park after Abbie McManus put United … Smalling may or may not be the missing piece to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s defensive puzzle, but this move leaves United’s already-beleaguered backline another man short. Whenever the gaffer calls me, my idea is just to give my best in training, work hard and wait for my opportunity – to take it. “It's good for the team, for everybody to be on their toes to work hard,” said Odion. Unfortunately, the Uruguayan frontman will miss the trip to Newcastle due to Covid-19 quarantine. Since Cavani has been without a club since leaving Paris Saint-Germain this summer, he must complete a 14-day quarantine period before linking up with his new teammates. To enable Verizon Media and our partners to process your personal data select 'I agree', or select 'Manage settings' for more information and to manage your choices.