Goalless, and advantage United. You could have predicted this after around half an hour. In the main it has been a good example of how to control play as an away side in the first leg of a Champions League knockout tie, aside from five minutes before the break, where Sevilla should have gone ahead.
David De Gea has a 19th clean sheet of the season, another fine show from him, and Mourinho looks pleased with himself.
‘It’s in our hands at home’
Manchester United defender Chris Smalling on BT Sport: “It opened up in the second half. Bar the five minutes at the end of the first half, they didn’t have clear-cut chances.
“It’s in our hands at home. We have to win at them to go through. The atmosphere was very loud and emotional here and we had to dig in at times.
“They tired in the last 20 mins and we tried to pressure them. It was open in the second half.”
‘Pogba would be a different player under Guardiola’
Former England striker Ian Wright says Paul Pogba would be in a better frame of mind if he was playing his football for Pep Guardiola at Manchester City.
The Manchester United midfielder was dropped to the bench for the Champions League last-16 first-leg tie away to Sevilla, amidst rumours of breakdown in his relationship with manager Jose Mourinho.
Speaking before Pogba came off the bench, Wright says he understands fans being critical of Pogba’s recent form, but believes the Frenchman needs to be better managed.
See Match Commentary Below
90+3′
That’s it! The referee blows the final whistle
90+3′
The home team have had 52% of possession compared to the away team’s 48%
90+3′
Sevilla take a throw-in in the opponent’s half of the field
90+1′
Safe hands from Sergio Rico as he comes out and claims the ball
90+1′
Nemanja Matic from Manchester United directs the ball behind the defence, but it’s intercepted by an opponent player.
90+1′
The fourth official shows there are 2 minute(s) of time to be added
90′
Manchester United take a throw-in in the opponent’s half of the field
90′
The home team have had 48% of possession compared to the away team’s 52%
90′
Goal kick for Sevilla
90′
Ever Banega is leaving the field to be replaced by Guido Pizarro in a tactical substitution.
89′
Marcus Rashford goes for goal on the direct free kick, but the shot sails wide
88′
Clement Lenglet is penalised for pushing Marcus Rashford
87′
Goal kick for Sevilla
87′
Marcus Rashford from Manchester United sends an effort wide of target
87′
Some neat football here as Marcus Rashford from Manchester United plays a 1-2 with Paul Pogba.
87′
The ball is crossed into the area by Anthony Martial from Manchester United …
87′
A shot by Sandro Ramirez is blocked
86′
Pablo Sarabia from Sevilla directs a ball squarely in the box.
86′
Could be a good chance here as Jesus Navas from Sevilla cuts the opponents defense open with a through ball…
86′
Goal kick for Manchester United
85′
The home team have had 54% of possession compared to the away team’s 46%
85′
Luis Muriel is leaving the field to be replaced by Sandro Ramirez in a tactical substitution.
84′
Great skill from Joaquin Correa as he dribbles past his opponents
84′
Marcus Rashford controls the ball with his hand
83′
Romelu Lukaku controls the ball with his hand
83′
The ball is crossed into the area by Paul Pogba from Manchester United …
82′
Manchester United take a throw-in in the opponent’s half of the field
82′
Good effort by Luis Muriel as he directs a shot on target, but the keeper saves it
82′
Pablo Sarabia of Sevilla passes the ball to a team mate.
81′
Goal kick for Sevilla
81′
Marcus Rashford from Manchester United takes the ball forward trying to make something happen…
81′
A shot by Franco Vazquez is blocked
76′
The ref blows his whistle. Victor Nilsson Lindeloef charged Franco Vazquez from behind and it’s a free-kick
76′
Manchester United take a throw-in in the opponent’s half of the field
75′
The home team have had 56% of possession compared to the away team’s 44%
75′
Alexis Sanchez is leaving the field to be replaced by Marcus Rashford in a tactical substitution.
75′
Pablo Sarabia from Sevilla is ruled offside
74′
Goal kick for Manchester United
73′
What a miss! Pablo Sarabia has a great opportunity to score, but sends his header wide of goal!
73′
Luis Muriel from Sevilla directs a ball squarely in the box.
73′
Great skill from Luis Muriel as he dribbles past his opponents
72′
Romelu Lukaku from Manchester United directs the ball behind the defence, but the keeper reads the play well and comes to claim it
71′
Manchester United take a throw-in in their own half of the field
71′
Pablo Sarabia from Sevilla crosses the ball, but his team mate arrives a little late and can’t benefit from it.
71′
Today’s attendance is 39725
70′
Goal kick for Sevilla
70′
The home team have had 53% of possession compared to the away team’s 47%
70′
Paul Pogba goes for goal, but his effort was never close to hitting the target.
70′
Clement Lenglet relieves the pressure with a clearance
70′
The ball is crossed into the area by Romelu Lukaku from Manchester United …
69′
Sevilla take a throw-in in the opponent’s half of the field
69′
Dangerous challenge by Juan Mata from Manchester United. Sergio Escudero on the receiving end of that.
68′
Dangerous challenge by Chris Smalling from Manchester United. Steven Nzonzi on the receiving end of that.
68′
Juan Mata from Manchester United swings in the corner from the left.
67′
Romelu Lukaku from Manchester United tries to pick out a team-mate in the area but his cross is blocked by an opponent.
67′
What a game. It’s an intense and good playing game from both sides.
67′
Ever Banega sends a direct free kick on target, but David De Gea has it under control
66′
The referee signals a free kick as Juan Mata from Manchester United trips Sergio Escudero
65′
The home team have had 54% of possession compared to the away team’s 46%
65′
Goal kick for Manchester United
65′
Joaquin Correa goes for goal, but his effort was never close to hitting the target.
65′
Great skill from Joaquin Correa as he dribbles past his opponents
64′
Sevilla take a throw-in in the opponent’s half of the field
64′
Clement Lenglet sends a header towards goal, but David De Gea is there to comfortably save it
64′
Ever Banega crosses the ball into the box from the free kick
63′
Antonio Valencia from Manchester United goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Joaquin Correa
62′
Dangerous challenge by Scott McTominay from Manchester United. Sergio Escudero on the receiving end of that.
62′
Steven Nzonzi relieves the pressure with a clearance
62′
Juan Mata from Manchester United directs a ball squarely in the box, but it’s intercepted by an opponent player.
62′
Alexis Sanchez of Manchester United passes the ball to a team mate.
62′
Could be a good chance here as Paul Pogba from Manchester United cuts the opponents defense open with a through ball…
61′
Romelu Lukaku takes the free-kick but it is blocked by the wall
60′
Dangerous challenge by Luis Muriel from Sevilla. Alexis Sanchez on the receiving end of that.
60′
The home team have had 60% of possession compared to the away team’s 40%
60′
Romelu Lukaku from Manchester United had a bad first touch and fails to benefit from his team mates cross.
60′
Paul Pogba of Manchester United passes the ball to a team mate.
59′
Manchester United take a throw-in in the opponent’s half of the field
59′
Goal kick for Manchester United
58′
Luis Muriel fails to find the target with a shot from outside the box
57′
Ashley Young relieves the pressure with a clearance
57′
The ball is crossed into the area by Ever Banega from Sevilla …
57′
The ref blows his whistle. Sergio Escudero charged Scott McTominay from behind and it’s a free-kick
56′
Antonio Valencia relieves the pressure with a clearance
56′
The ball is crossed into the area by Jesus Navas from Sevilla …
56′
Victor Nilsson Lindeloef from Manchester United goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Franco Vazquez
55′
The home team have had 56% of possession compared to the away team’s 44%
55′
Dangerous challenge by Franco Vazquez from Sevilla. Alexis Sanchez on the receiving end of that.
55′
A shot by Franco Vazquez is blocked
54′
Ever Banega from Sevilla swings in the corner from the right.
54′
Ashley Young clears the danger but is forced to give away a corner…
54′
Safe hands from David De Gea as he comes out and claims the ball
54′
Ever Banega from Sevilla swings in the corner from the left.
53′
Luis Muriel sees his shot deflected off target
52′
Romelu Lukaku controls the ball with his hand
52′
Goal kick for Manchester United
52′
Franco Vazquez fails to find the target with a shot from outside the box
51′
Sevilla take a throw-in in the opponent’s half of the field
51′
Antonio Valencia relieves the pressure with a clearance
51′
The ball is crossed into the area by Steven Nzonzi from Sevilla …
51′
Sevilla take a throw-in in the opponent’s half of the field
50′
The home team have had 52% of possession compared to the away team’s 48%
50′
Manchester United take a throw-in in the opponent’s half of the field
49′
Luis Muriel relieves the pressure with a clearance
49′
Juan Mata from Manchester United directs a ball squarely in the box, but it’s intercepted by an opponent player.
49′
Great skill from Juan Mata as he dribbles past his opponents
49′
Alexis Sanchez from Manchester United swings in the corner from the left.
49′
Ashley Young from Manchester United directs a ball squarely in the box, but it’s intercepted by an opponent player.
49′
Could be a good chance here as Alexis Sanchez from Manchester United cuts the opponents defense open with a through ball…
49′
Ashley Young from Manchester United tries to play a 1-2 with Alexis Sanchez, but the ball is intercepted.
48′
Goal kick for Manchester United
48′
Luis Muriel goes for goal, but his effort was never close to hitting the target.
48′
The ball is crossed into the area by Ever Banega from Sevilla …
47′
Nemanja Matic almost costs his team a goal after a defensive blunder.
46′
The second half is underway
It’s over! The referee blows for half time
45+2′
Luis Muriel finds himself in acres of space, but his header is turned behind by the David De Gea! Corner kick…
45+1′
Jesus Navas from Sevilla puts in a great cross…
45+1′
Sevilla take a throw-in in the opponent’s half of the field
45+1′
Scott McTominay relieves the pressure with a clearance
45′
Ever Banega from Sevilla swings in the corner from the left.
45′
Steven Nzonzi sends a header towards goal, but David De Gea is there to comfortably save it
45′
Gabriel Mercado of Sevilla passes the ball to a team mate.
45′
Ever Banega from Sevilla swings in the corner from the left.
45′
The home team have had 55% of possession compared to the away team’s 45%
45′
Victor Nilsson Lindeloef clears the danger but is forced to give away a corner…
45′
Sevilla start a counter attack
44′
Alexis Sanchez from Manchester United takes a short corner kick from the left.
44′
Gabriel Mercado clears the danger but is forced to give away a corner…
44′
Juan Mata from Manchester United directs a ball squarely in the box, but it’s intercepted by an opponent player.
44′
Could be a good chance here as Alexis Sanchez from Manchester United cuts the opponents defense open with a through ball…
43′
The referee signals a free kick as Paul Pogba from Manchester United trips Jesus Navas
42′
Good effort by Joaquin Correa as he directs a shot on target, but the keeper saves it
42′
Great skill from Joaquin Correa as he dribbles past his opponents
42′
Nemanja Matic relieves the pressure with a clearance
42′
Sergio Escudero from Sevilla sends a deflected cross into the box.
41′
After a tactical foul, Alexis Sanchez is lucky to receive only a yellow card
41′
Alexis Sanchez from Manchester United goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Jesus Navas
40′
Goal kick for Manchester United
40′
The match is very one-sided right now. Sevilla are clearly dominating possession
40′
Steven Nzonzi from Sevilla heads the ball, but it’s a terrible effort nowhere near the goal.
40′
Ever Banega from Sevilla swings in the corner from the left.
40′
The home team have had 59% of possession compared to the away team’s 41%
40′
Juan Mata clears the danger but is forced to give away a corner…
40′
Joaquin Correa from Sevilla directs the ball behind the defence, but it’s intercepted by an opponent player.
40′
The ball is crossed into the area by Jesus Navas from Sevilla …
39′
Sergio Escudero sees his shot deflected off target
38′
Manchester United take a throw-in in the opponent’s half of the field
38′
Scott McTominay tests Sergio Rico with a long range shot, which is parried back into play!
37′
Dangerous challenge by Ever Banega from Sevilla. Alexis Sanchez on the receiving end of that.
37′
Ever Banega from Sevilla directs the ball behind the defence, but the keeper reads the play well and comes to claim it
37′
Nemanja Matic relieves the pressure with a clearance
37′
Ever Banega from Sevilla swings in the corner from the right.
37′
Victor Nilsson Lindeloef clears the danger but is forced to give away a corner…
36′
Joaquin Correa from Sevilla tries to pick out a team-mate in the area but his cross is blocked by an opponent.
35′
The ref blows his whistle. Paul Pogba charged Ever Banega from behind and it’s a free-kick
35′
The home team have had 55% of possession compared to the away team’s 45%
35′
Manchester United take a throw-in in their own half of the field
34′
Ever Banega from Sevilla swings in the corner from the left.
34′
Chris Smalling clears the danger but is forced to give away a corner…
34′
Ever Banega from Sevilla swings in the corner from the left.
34′
Chris Smalling clears the danger but is forced to give away a corner…
34′
Franco Vazquez from Sevilla directs a ball squarely in the box, but it’s intercepted by an opponent player.
34′
Could be a good chance here as Ever Banega from Sevilla cuts the opponents defense open with a through ball…
33′
Joaquin Correa from Sevilla passes the ball in the box, but it’s intercepted by an opponent player.
33′
Sevilla take a throw-in in the opponent’s half of the field
33′
Great vision by Chris Smalling from Manchester United as he stops a promising attack with an interception.
33′
Ever Banega sends a long ball upfield.
33′
Sevilla take a throw-in in the opponent’s half of the field
32′
Ever Banega relieves the pressure with a clearance
32′
The ball is crossed into the area by Antonio Valencia from Manchester United …
31′
Gabriel Mercado from Sevilla commits a foul by elbowing Alexis Sanchez
30′
The home team have had 51% of possession compared to the away team’s 49%
29′
Ever Banega from Sevilla commits a foul by elbowing Romelu Lukaku
28′
The match is being overshadowed by some very harsh play from both sides
28′
The ref blows his whistle. Clement Lenglet charged Romelu Lukaku from behind and it’s a free-kick
27′
Dangerous challenge by Clement Lenglet from Sevilla. Romelu Lukaku on the receiving end of that.
Safe hands from David De Gea as he comes out and claims the ball
26′
The ball is crossed into the area by Pablo Sarabia from Sevilla …
25′
Nemanja Matic from Manchester United goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Franco Vazquez
25′
The home team have had 53% of possession compared to the away team’s 47%
25′
Goal kick for Sevilla
25′
Romelu Lukaku from Manchester United fails to connect properly on the volley and sends the ball wide of target
25′
Alexis Sanchez from Manchester United puts in a great cross…
23′
Safe hands from David De Gea as he comes out and claims the ball
23′
The ball is crossed into the area by Jesus Navas from Sevilla …
23′
Dangerous challenge by Juan Mata from Manchester United. Jesus Navas on the receiving end of that.
22′
Alexis Sanchez from Manchester United goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Ever Banega
22′
Manchester United take a throw-in in the opponent’s half of the field
22′
The game is restarted
22′
Play has been stopped because there is a player lying on the pitch.
21′
Steven Nzonzi commits a rough foul on an opponent and goes into the referee’s book
21′
Dangerous challenge by Steven Nzonzi from Sevilla. Alexis Sanchez on the receiving end of that.
21′
Clement Lenglet from Sevilla tries to head the ball to a team mate, but it’s intercepted by an opponent player.
21′
Ever Banega from Sevilla swings in the corner from the right.
20′
Ashley Young clears the danger but is forced to give away a corner…
20′
The ball is crossed into the area by Sergio Escudero from Sevilla …
20′
Sevilla take a throw-in in the opponent’s half of the field
20′
The home team have had 55% of possession compared to the away team’s 45%
19′
The referee signals a free kick as Juan Mata from Manchester United trips Sergio Escudero
18′
Manchester United take a throw-in in the opponent’s half of the field
18′
The game is restarted
17′
Ander Herrera is injured and is replaced by Paul Pogba.
17′
It doesn’t look good here as Ander Herrera is injured and is taken off the field to receive medical treatment.
17′
Ander Herrera is down injured and receives medical treatment on the field.
16′
Play has been stopped because there is a player lying on the pitch.
16′
Sergio Escudero relieves the pressure with a clearance
16′
Antonio Valencia from Manchester United tries to play a 1-2 with Ander Herrera, but the ball is intercepted.
15′
The home team have had 47% of possession compared to the away team’s 53%
15′
Goal kick for Sevilla
15′
Jesus Navas fails to find the target with a shot from outside the box
15′
The referee signals a free kick as Ander Herrera from Manchester United trips Ever Banega
15′
Good effort by Romelu Lukaku as he directs a shot on target, but the keeper saves it
14′
Goal kick for Manchester United
14′
Ever Banega fails to find the target with a shot from outside the box
13′
Sevilla take a throw-in in the opponent’s half of the field
13′
Sevilla take a throw-in in the opponent’s half of the field
13′
Chris Smalling relieves the pressure with a clearance
13′
Great skill from Joaquin Correa as he dribbles past his opponents
12′
Danger averted there as Jesus Navas from Sevilla clears the danger with a good tackle
12′
Alexis Sanchez from Manchester United takes the ball forward trying to make something happen…
12′
Could be a good chance here as Ander Herrera from Manchester United cuts the opponents defense open with a through ball…
10′
The referee signals a free kick as Alexis Sanchez from Manchester United trips Franco Vazquez
10′
The home team have had 59% of possession compared to the away team’s 41%
10′
The referee signals a free kick as Franco Vazquez from Sevilla trips Alexis Sanchez
9′
Dangerous challenge by Jesus Navas from Sevilla. Ander Herrera on the receiving end of that.
9′
Steven Nzonzi relieves the pressure with a clearance
9′
Juan Mata from Manchester United swings in the corner from the right.
9′
Sergio Escudero clears the danger but is forced to give away a corner…
9′
The ball is crossed into the area by Alexis Sanchez from Manchester United …
8′
Manchester United take a throw-in in the opponent’s half of the field
7′
Dangerous challenge by Franco Vazquez from Sevilla. Nemanja Matic on the receiving end of that.
6′
Dangerous challenge by Juan Mata from Manchester United. Joaquin Correa on the receiving end of that.
5′
The home team have had 68% of possession compared to the away team’s 32%
4′
David De Gea from Manchester United makes a great save.
4′
Luis Muriel shoots from outside the box, but David De Gea has it under control
3′
Chris Smalling relieves the pressure with a clearance
3′
The ball is crossed into the area by Ever Banega from Sevilla …
3′
Luis Muriel from Sevilla passes the ball in the box, but it’s intercepted by an opponent player.
3′
Sevilla take a throw-in in the opponent’s half of the field
2′
Joaquin Correa from Sevilla passes the ball in the box, but it’s intercepted by an opponent player.
2′
Clement Lenglet from Sevilla heads the ball, but it’s a terrible effort nowhere near the goal.
2′
Ever Banega from Sevilla swings in the corner from the right.
2′
Victor Nilsson Lindeloef clears the danger but is forced to give away a corner…
2′
Pablo Sarabia from Sevilla directs a ball squarely in the box, but it’s intercepted by an opponent player.
2′
Great skill from Pablo Sarabia as he dribbles past his opponents
1′
The pitch is in fantastic condition today and the players are enjoying the surface.
1′
It’s a cold day for playing football.
1′
Manchester United kick-off, and the game is underway.
The referee starts the match
Welcome to Estadio R. Sanchez Pizjuan, the match will start in about 5 minutes.
What Mourinho said about Pogba yesterday…
Sevilla v Man Utd (19:45 GMT)
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Speaking yesterday, United boss Jose Mourinho said he did not buy into the theory that Paul Pogba needed to justify his £89m price tag in huge games – like the Champions League knockout stages.
The former Juventus midfielder’s form has been questioned and he missed their last game against Huddersfield through illness.
“I don’t think it’s fair to speak about the responsibilities of a player,” Mourinho said.
“I don’t even like the fact that the player that cost X millions doesn’t have the same responsibility as the player that cost three times X.
“I think the responsibility is for everyone, so I don’t like that kind of approach. I understand for you [the media], but not for me.
“When I decide a team to play, I don’t look to the age, I don’t look to the salary, I don’t look to the transfer fee, because I think that’s not also fair.”
Team news
Sevilla v Man Utd (19:45 GMT)
Ever Banega returns to the starting line up for Sevilla, who include former Manchester City winger Jesus Navas in their side. Former Blackburn and Stoke midfielder Steve N’Zonzi also starts.
Paul Pogba being named on the bench is the big news for Manchester United, who otherwise name a strong team.
Jose Mourinho makes just three changes from the side that beat Huddersfield in the FA Cup at the weekend – David de Gea, Antonio Valencia and Ander Herrera come in for Sergio Romero, Luke Shaw and Michael Carrick.
Man Utd XI: De Gea, Valencia, Lindelof, Smalling, Young, Matic, Herrera, McTominay, Mata, Lukaku, Sanchez.
‘Pogba won’t get confidence on the bench’
Mark Lawrenson
BBC football expert on BBC Radio 5 live
He’s not going to get confidence with his backside on the bench. Players like Paul Pogba, they need loving, literally carrot and the stick. I don’t think he’s been the same since his hamstring injury [in September]. He started to look good early in the season.
Big players and big games show why they are big players. It’s a risk today. Scott McTominay is starting, he’s only made eight starts before – it’s a big night for him. If United win comfortably, fine, but if they go further, they need Pogba at his very best.
SEVILLA 0-0 MAN UTD
Goalless, and advantage United. You could have predicted this after around half an hour. In the main it has been a good example of how to control play as an away side in the first leg of a Champions League knockout tie, aside from five minutes before the break, where Sevilla should have gone ahead.
David De Gea has a 19th clean sheet of the season, another fine show from him, and Mourinho looks pleased with himself.
‘It’s in our hands at home’
Manchester United defender Chris Smalling on BT Sport: “It opened up in the second half. Bar the five minutes at the end of the first half, they didn’t have clear-cut chances.
“It’s in our hands at home. We have to win at them to go through. The atmosphere was very loud and emotional here and we had to dig in at times.
“They tired in the last 20 mins and we tried to pressure them. It was open in the second half.”
‘Pogba would be a different player under Guardiola’
Former England striker Ian Wright says Paul Pogba would be in a better frame of mind if he was playing his football for Pep Guardiola at Manchester City.
The Manchester United midfielder was dropped to the bench for the Champions League last-16 first-leg tie away to Sevilla, amidst rumours of breakdown in his relationship with manager Jose Mourinho.
Speaking before Pogba came off the bench, Wright says he understands fans being critical of Pogba’s recent form, but believes the Frenchman needs to be better managed.
See Match Commentary Below
What Mourinho said about Pogba yesterday…
Sevilla v Man Utd (19:45 GMT)
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Speaking yesterday, United boss Jose Mourinho said he did not buy into the theory that Paul Pogba needed to justify his £89m price tag in huge games – like the Champions League knockout stages.
The former Juventus midfielder’s form has been questioned and he missed their last game against Huddersfield through illness.
“I don’t think it’s fair to speak about the responsibilities of a player,” Mourinho said.
“I don’t even like the fact that the player that cost X millions doesn’t have the same responsibility as the player that cost three times X.
“I think the responsibility is for everyone, so I don’t like that kind of approach. I understand for you [the media], but not for me.
“When I decide a team to play, I don’t look to the age, I don’t look to the salary, I don’t look to the transfer fee, because I think that’s not also fair.”
Team news
Sevilla v Man Utd (19:45 GMT)
Ever Banega returns to the starting line up for Sevilla, who include former Manchester City winger Jesus Navas in their side. Former Blackburn and Stoke midfielder Steve N’Zonzi also starts.
Sevilla XI: Sergio Rico; Navas, Mercado, Lenglet, Escudero; Banega, N’Zonzi; Sarabia, Vázquez, Correa; Muriel.
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Paul Pogba being named on the bench is the big news for Manchester United, who otherwise name a strong team.
Jose Mourinho makes just three changes from the side that beat Huddersfield in the FA Cup at the weekend – David de Gea, Antonio Valencia and Ander Herrera come in for Sergio Romero, Luke Shaw and Michael Carrick.
Man Utd XI: De Gea, Valencia, Lindelof, Smalling, Young, Matic, Herrera, McTominay, Mata, Lukaku, Sanchez.
‘Pogba won’t get confidence on the bench’
Mark Lawrenson
BBC football expert on BBC Radio 5 live
He’s not going to get confidence with his backside on the bench. Players like Paul Pogba, they need loving, literally carrot and the stick. I don’t think he’s been the same since his hamstring injury [in September]. He started to look good early in the season.
Big players and big games show why they are big players. It’s a risk today. Scott McTominay is starting, he’s only made eight starts before – it’s a big night for him. If United win comfortably, fine, but if they go further, they need Pogba at his very best.