Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has been speaking ahead of his side’s important Premier League clash against this season’s surprise outfit Aston Villa.
United, like Aston Villa, come into Friday evening’s exciting clash in great form and will be looking to capitalise on their game in-hand over rivals Liverpool who sit top of the table on 33-points.
Speaking ahead of the match the United boss has given his thoughts and has explained the reasons behind his team selection.
Friday’s match sees Solskjaer name a midfield pivot of Fred and Scott McTominay as well as flamboyant centre-back Eric Bailly who is making his first fourth start in a row.
▪ Tonight’s team selection
▪ The need for energy
▪ Expecting an open game💬 Ole explains his thoughts on all of the above to #MUTV: https://t.co/OPO4V6nIEE
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#⃣ #MUNAVL
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