Before facing off against United in the Carabao Cup, Roy Hodgson makes a candid statement.
Next week, Manchester United plays Crystal Palace in back-to-back games in the Premier League and Carabao Cup.
The expectation is that the Red Devils can continue their winning streak after picking up their first PremierHodgson’s declaration
Following the 0-0 stalemate with Fulham, Hodgson appeared to be getting unhappy with the team’s high number of injuries when speaking to Gary Taphouse.
League victory since the victory over Nottingham Forest in August.
Erik ten Hag has the opportunity to rotate the team with two straight matches against Roy Hodgson’s Palace because the Dutchman’s return to the Champions League is a major factor in his decision-making.
Speaking before the Carabao Cup match at Old Trafford, Hodgson was open and honest about where his team stands at the moment.
Honest Hodgson acknowledged, “I can’t assault the Carabao Cup as I meant to do because I don’t have any players.
“Edouard’s hamstring worries me. I am currently relieved that a player will only be away for three weeks rather than three months.
Do the players at United relax for the cup game?
As the current owners of the Carabao Cup, there may be pressure from United supporters to field their best team in an effort to win the match.
However, given the injury problems that United are now experiencing, resting some of their key players for the encounter may be a wise move.
Ten Hag may be able to determine where the players who haven’t got a chance yet are in their growth by using the larger squad.
Dan Gore, Hannibal Mejbri, and Alejandro Garnacho, who deserved to start for the Red Devils after being an inactive substitute against Burnley, could all get an opportunity to play.
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