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      Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag hints at shock position change for Bruno Fernandes and Victor Lindelof in top-four race

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      MANCHESTER UNITED boss Erik ten Hag has hinted at potential position changes for Bruno Fernandes and Victor Lindelof. The Red Devils cruised into the Carabao Cup final with a 5-0 win on aggregate against Nottingham Forest.
      Erik ten Hag played two Man Utd stars in different positions against Nottingham ForestCredit: Getty
      Bruno Fernandes was played on the right while substitute Jadon Sancho played centrallyCredit: Getty
      Victor Lindelof played in defensive midfieldCredit: Getty
      But the game saw two first-team stars play in new positions.
      Ten Hag replaced three attacking players after an hour, and on came Jadon Sancho, Anthony Martial and Marcus Rashford for Alejandro Garnacho, Wout Weghorst and Antony.
      Instead of Sancho occupying the right flank, as he has done many times in his career, the England international operated centrally.
      Interestingly, Fernandes was sent out wide to the right.
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      The Dutchman said on Fernandes: “It was one thought about, but also to bring a different dynamic in the team, I wanted to see how that works, we brought Bruno more times before in the wide position.
      “I think it’s difficult to anticipate it when you first have to deal with Antony, then you bring a semi-wide player there, it’s difficult to anticipate, Bruno is really effective but I want to see the combination with Jadon and Anthony Martial, we’ve seen a different dynamic, that can help us and give us more opportunities in the future.”

      Fernandes provided the goods as his outside of the foot pass found Fred for United’s second of the night.
      The midfielder, who regularly captains the side in Harry Maguire’s absence, says he learned the skill from Ricardo Quaresma.
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      And when Lindelof replaced Casemiro with ten minutes to go, the Swede playing in holding midfield.
      But Ten Hag says Lindelof was trained there during his Benfica days.
      On Lindelof, Ten Hag said: “He was educated as a six, a control, holding midfielder in Benfica, I know he can do that.
      “We tried it in training, maybe one game, I want my centre halves in midfield positions so we create dynamics to construct more dynamic.”
      Man Utd will play Newcastle at Wembley for the Carabao Cup on February 26.
      But Fernandes is keen for United to not lose focus in their pursuit of a top-four finish.
      Fernandes and Lindelof becoming familiar in new roles could help Ten Hag rotate his team better to maintain momentum.
      Fernandes said: “Obviously it’s really good.
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      “For me it’s been three years in the cup, we reached one final and didn’t win that one unfortunately.
      “But now we have another chance. But before that are a lot of games coming, we have to be prepared for that.” More

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      How one Newcastle star will win Carabao Cup winners medal if his team are BEATEN by Man Utd in final

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      A NEWCASTLE player could get a Carabao Cup winners medal if his team LOSES to Manchester United at Wembley on February 26. The Toon booked their place in their first Cup final since 1999 with a 3-1 aggregate win over Southampton.
      Martin Dubravka played twice for Man Utd in their run to the EFL Cup final and can win a medal despite returning to Newcastle early with his loan being cut shortCredit: Getty
      They will play top-four rivals Man Utd under the Wembley arch, who candidly brushed Nottingham Forest aside.
      The Red Devils ran out 5-0 winners across two legs, helping boss Erik ten Hag secure a Cup final appearance in his first season at Old Trafford.
      But United had the help of a Newcastle star to reach the Carabao Cup final.
      Martin Dubravka moved to Man Utd on loan in the summer and made two EFL Cup appearances against Aston Villa and Burnley.
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      However, the 34-year-old was recalled by Newcastle on January 1.
      And the former Toon No1 is now cup tied – meaning he can’t even man the bench for Eddie Howe’s side.

      You should never want your parent club to lose, but in Dubravka’s case, a Carabao Cup winners medal is at stake.
      Should United beat Newcastle at the end of the month, Dubravka will pick up a medal for his participation, while his Newcastle team-mates drown their sorrows as losers.
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      A Newcastle win, however, will see the opposite happen, and Dubravka will have to share a dressing room filled with winners medals.
      Former Newcastle midfielder Jonjo Shelvey – sealed a January transfer to Nottingham Forest – will be hoping is old team win the Wembley dust-up.
      The ex-England international, 30, played twice for the Toon in the competition, and could win a medal despite not being at the club anymore. More

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      Watch Roy Keane make hilarious plea to Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag after his side reach Carabao Cup final

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      ROY KEANE was in a good mood as old side Manchester United beat another of his former teams in Nottingham Forest to reach the Carabao Cup final.The Sky Sports pundit made a hilarious plea to United boss Erik ten Hag after the game.
      Roy Keane had a hilarious question for Erik ten Hag after Manchester United reached the Carabao Cup finalCredit: SKY SPORTS
      Keane was on punditry duty for United’s semi-final win over Nottingham ForestCredit: Getty

      Goals from Anthony Martial and Fred saw the Red Devils win 2-0 on the night, and 5-0 on aggregate.
      And Keane, 51, seemingly isn’t planning to be on punditry duty for the final.
      Instead he jokingly asked Ten Hag after the game for “two complimentary” tickets to the match.
      Keane said to the United boss on Sky: “And if you have any spare tickets for the final, you let me [know].
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      “Just two, two complimentary I hope, yes? Thank you.”
      Ten Hag couldn’t turn down the former club captain and seven-time Premier League winner.
      Granting Keane’s wish, he responded: “I think so Roy, no problem!”
      Ten Hag then walked away down the Old Trafford tunnel, before Keane insisted to presenter Mark Chapman that he didn’t want to pay a penny for the tickets.
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      He joked again: “Complimentary as well, I’m not paying!”
      Chapman later revealed Keane was “in the squad” for the final – meaning fans can expect the United legend to be providing his usual insight on February 26.
      Earlier in the night, Keane had blasted January signing Wout Weghorst for missing a glorious chance to put the hosts ahead.
      Nevertheless Ten Hag’s side coasted to victory, and will face Newcastle in the Carabao Cup final at the end of the month.
      In his debut campaign at the club, Ten Hag has guided United to a first final since the 2021 Europa League penalty shootout defeat to Villarreal. More

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      Man Utd fans loving sweet moment between Sancho and Ten Hag as boss hints at new role for returning star

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans loved seeing the sweet moment between Jadon Sancho and Erik Ten Hag as the Dutchman hinted at a new role for the returning star.The England international winger finally made a comeback for the Red Devils after 102 days out as United strolled into a Carabao Cup final showdown with Newcastle.
      Jadon Sancho finally made his comeback for Man Utd on WednesdayCredit: AFP
      Fans loved the warm embrace between him and Erik ten HagCredit: AFP
      The 22-year-old was given a huge ovation as he came on for a 28-minute cameo to help United beat Nottingham Forest 2-0, securing a 5-0 aggregate scoreline.
      Sancho had not played since October 22 after struggling with physical and mental issues.
      And Ten Hag hailed his returning star, who only rejoined full training with the first team recently.
      He said: “It’s good to have Jadon back.
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      “It’s most important players enjoy football. It gives energy and that gives them the motivation to perform. The reception from the fans to him was great and that will also give him more of a push to continue.”
      Ten Hag looked delighted to have Sancho back, as the pair enjoyed a laugh on the touchline before the Dutch coach gave the youngster a pat on the head before he entered the fray.
      He brought on Sancho just after the hour mark, and the youngster could not keep the smile off his face as he entered to chants of “Sancho, Sancho”.
      And fans were quick to spot the warm embrace, with one tweeting: “Sancho’s smile and Ten Hag’s little encouragement is all I needed to see.”
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      Another wrote: “Ten Hag with Sancho right there is why I love him as manager.”
      While another added: “Sancho smiling with Ten Hag yh it’s time to cook.”
      Sancho is usually deployed out wide, but this evening he came on and played the No.10 role behind fellow sub Anthony Martial.
      And afterwards Ten Hag hinted that could be his new role, saying: “Jadon, I know he can play as a number 10 and a winger. We can mix it often and that is what I like.”
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      The ex-Dortmund ace had last played away to Chelsea on October 22 before being left out of Gareth Southgate’s England squad for the World Cup.
      Sancho was made to focus on an individual training programme after linking up with coaches Ten Hag had previously worked while team-mates were in Qatar.
      However, there now appears to be light at the end of the tunnel for the attacker following his cameo.
      And Ten Hag believes Sancho can make a difference in the key games ahead, adding: “He already showed that this season.
      “For instance in the game against Liverpool he scored a great goal. He scored against Leicester, he had some good games like Spurs — so he already showed his great capabilities. He has high standards.”
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      Sancho even got a hug from Forest boss Steve Cooper, who was his manager as England won the Under-17 World Cup in 2017.
      Cooper said: “We speak fairly often but it’s the first time I’ve seen him properly.” More

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      Fans baffled as Man Utd star Aaron Wan-Bissaka ‘wears new shirt number’ vs Nottingham Forest in Carabao Cup

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans were left baffled as they spotted Aaron Wan-Bissaka’s “new shirt number” against Nottingham Forest.The right-back, 25, played the full game as the Red Devils won 2-0 and 5-0 on aggregate to seal a place in the Carabao Cup Final.
      The star appeared to have the No.2 jersey on instead of his usual No.29Credit: Twitter @PuttickH
      Fans spotted something strange about Aaron Wan-Bissaka tonightCredit: AP
      United went into the clash with a 3-0 advantage, but Erik Ten Hag opted to largely stick with his tried and trusted with just David de Gea and Marcus Rashford rested and named on the bench.
      With many believing that the tie was done and dusted, there was very little to talk about during the opening period.
      However, eagle-eyed viewers soon spotted something very different about Wan-Bissaka.
      The United No.29 appeared to be wearing the No.2 jersey – which is occupied by substitute Victor Lindelof.
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      One fan tweeted: “Wan-Bissaka is United’s no. 2 now wow!”
      While another wrote: “Wan-Bissaka… that’s not your number mate.”
      The ace had, in fact, not accidentally picked up the wrong shirt, but instead just had the nine ripped off early on in the opening period. 
      And fortunately for him he was able to get a new jersey at the break to play the match out in his usual double digit shirt.
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      Meanwhile, before the game, Wan-Bissaka outlined his desire to get his hands on the Carabao Cup.
      He told the club’s matchday programme: “I think everyone’s hungry to bring success back to the club and that’s the aim in these cup runs.
      “It would be a great achievement [to reach Wembley]. A step closer to the trophy.
      “That’s what we’re all working towards, and we know it could be an important moment for this team if we do get there.” More

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      Man Utd 2 Forest 0 (agg 5-0): Ten Hag’s troops cruise into Carabao Cup final as Sancho and Martial impress on return

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      MANCHESTER UNITED completed the formalities at Old Trafford – now for an epic clash at Wembley.Goals in the 73rd and 76th minutes from the fit again Anthony Martial and Fred completed a convincing 5-0 aggregate victory over two legs of this Carabao Cup semi-final.
      Anthony Martial made a goalscoring return as Man Utd booked their place at WembleyCredit: AFP
      The Frenchman rifled home to help seal a showdown with NewcastleCredit: Reuters
      Brazilian Fred then finished from close-range to make it 2-0 on the nightCredit: Getty
      Jadon Sancho impressed on his return off the bench for Erik ten Hag’s sideCredit: AFP
      So on February 26th Erik Ten Hag’s men will face Eddie Howe’s resurgent Newcastle at the home of English football with so much on the line for both clubs.
      Victory in what is traditionally considered the least important of all competitions the big clubs enter is enormous on this occasion.

      For The Magpies the Carabao Cup would represent a first trophy since the 1969 Fairs Cup and first domestic honour since the 1955 FA Cup.
      It would be a massive step on the march of a giant that was snoring and is now roaring.
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      For Manchester United the trophy drought has of course been nowhere near as long.
      But for a club so used to wearing out the silver polish each season it seems like an age since Jose Mourinho paraded that Europa League trophy in Stockholm back in 2017.
      That was the same year in which he also claimed this competition in a cup double perhaps still underestimated in the club’s recent history.
      Mourinho never really got the credit he deserved given the unsavoury way his reign ended, as they so often do where the Special One is involved.
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      There is a new special incumbent now in the hot seat and the faith and belief in where Ten Hag is taking this team is stronger than in any of the others who tried to follow Sir Alex Ferguson in the last ten years.
      Still, all the good will in the world is worth nothing if the manager cannot give something tangible back.
      That is why there was no messing as he sought victory in this semi-final tie even with a 3-0 advantage from the first leg at The City Ground last week.
      While there were six changes to the United team from their Cup victory over Reading, including goalkeeper Tom Heaton getting a rare start, it was still a very strong line-up.
      He clearly wanted any doubts about the destiny of this tie gone by the break but it would end level after 45 minutes.
      Forest had given United a better contest than the 3-0 scoreline had suggested in the first leg.
      Indeed but for a matter of inches and the VAR they would have drawn level at 1-1 in the first period of that game.
      The game switched from end to end with first Antony sending a scorching volley just over the bar.
      For Forest Brennan Johnson was looking dangerous and after evading Casemiro and forcing his way between two more United players his final shot was beaten away by Heaton.
      Forest could have taken the lead just before the break had it not been for a block by one of their own players.
      Johnson provided the cross, Emmanuel Dennis had the shot but it hit Sam Surridge in front of goal.
      The Red Devils are searching for a first trophy since 2017Credit: Reuters
      Then right on half-time Wout Weghorst, scorer in the first leg, came close to getting his first goal at Old Trafford with a header that hit the post.
      Tempers became a bit frayed in the second-half when a coming together of Garnacho and Johnson saw a VAR check for a red card for the Forest player which he escaped.
      Garnacho was not rattled and his quick feet beat Willy Boly but his near post shot did not evade Wayne Henessey.
      That was his last action as Ten Hag made a triple substitution which saw this game over the line with Marcus Rashford introduced alongside fit again Anthony Martial, and there was a special reception for Jadon Sancho.
      This was his first action since October 22nd with Ten Hag citing physical and mental issues for his absence.
      Martial looked like he hadn’t been away despite not having played since the derby win over Manchester City on the January 14th, as he broke the deadlock on the night just 11 minutes after making his entrance.
      Casemiro played the Frenchman through, he found Rashford whose shot was deflected and Martial was on hand to put away the loose ball.
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      Three minutes later it was two as Bruno Fernandes’ cross was turned back across goal by Rashford and Fred turned it in for his second in as many games.
      Job well and truly done and so to Wembley, to face The Toon. More

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      Man Utd 2-0 Nottingham Forest LIVE SCORE: Martial on target as Red Devils cruise into Carabao Cup final

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have reached the Carabao Cup final after beating Nottingham Forest 2-0 in their second leg (5-0 on aggregate).Fred and Anthony Martial scored the goals in the second leg as the Red Devils cruised at Old Trafford.
      The Carabao Cup final is on Sunday, February 26.

      Result: Man Utd 2-0 Nottingham Forest (5-0 agg)
      Man Utd XI: Heaton; Wan-Bissaka, Varane, Martinez, Shaw; Fred, Casemiro; Antony, Fernandes, Garnacho; Weghorst
      Nottingham Forest XI: Hennessey, Williams, McKenna, Boly, Lodi, Freuler, Scarpa, Mangala, Dennis, Johnson, Surridge

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      Goodnight from Old Trafford
      Twelve consecutive wins at home, back into the top four, and now in a Wembley final; Manchester United are truly back under Erik ten Hag.
      This evening’s contest was little more than a formality following last week’s win at Nottingham Forest, but the Red Devils showed the required focus to finish the job with another victory.
      The reward is a Carabao Cup Final against Newcastle United, bringing back memories of the 1990s when the two clubs went toe-to-toe.
      As for Forest, they showed grit and willing to stay in the tie, but were ultimately outclassed – and now it’s back to the important matter: staying in the Premier League.
      Thanks for joining us, and goodbye.
      Pass master Bruno learnt from Quaresma
      Bruno Fernandes put in a man of the match performance in midfield, and then afterwards paid tribute to his former mentor Ricardo Quaresma.
      The Portuguese international helped create Manchester United’s second of the night with a wonderful cross with the outside of his foot, an execution he revealed he learnt from his compatriot.
      I learned from [Ricardo] Quaresma. I had a great professor in Portugal. You have to learn from these players. You have to learn their tricks. You have to use them.Bruno FernandesSky Sports

      Erik praises professional performance
      After reaching his first final as Manchester United manager, Erik ten Hag praises his players for a professional and patient performance – although pointed out that they still needed to up the ante in the second period.
      The first half wasn’t great to be honest. I thought it was professional, but too slow and we didn’t create too many chances. The second half was much better with more tempo. We were 3-0 up so I didn’t want to give them momentum early on. They were waiting for one chance to get into the game. We were searching for the gaps, but I think Forest played well, and were compact.Erik ten HagSky Sports

      Ten Hag restores fortress status
      Old Trafford is a fortress once again.
      With victory this evening, Manchester United extended their winning streak at the Theatre of Dreams to 12 games. It’s their best home run in more than a decade.

      Man Utd 2-0 Tottenham (PL, Oct 19)
      Man Utd 3-0 Sheriff (EL, Oct 27)
      Man Utd 1-0 West Ham (PL, Oct 30)
      Man Utd 4-2 Aston Villa (LC, Nov 10)
      Man Utd 2-0 Burnley (LC, Dec 21)
      Man Utd 3-0 Nott’m Forest (PL, Dec 27)
      Man Utd 3-0 Bournemouth (PL, Jan 3)
      Man Utd 3-1 Everton (FAC, Jan 6)
      Man Utd 3-0 Charlton (LC, Jan 10)
      Man Utd 2-1 Man City (PL, Jan 14)
      Man Utd 3-1 Reading (PL, Jan 28)
      Man Utd 2-0 Nott’m Forest (LC, Feb 1)

      Credit: @OptaJoe Twitter
      Final showcases two best defences
      With two clean sheets over the course of their semi-final with Nottingham Forest, Manchester United took the number of shutouts for the season to 16.
      Only Newcastle – who they now face in the Carabao Cup Final on February 26 – have registered as many this season.
      Credit: @OptaJoe Twitter
      Match stats from Old Trafford
      The introduction of Martial, Rashford and Sancho in the second half saw Manchester United cut loose in the second half, leaving Forest trailing in every attacking area.

      Full time – Man Utd 2-0 Nott’m Forest (Agg: 5-0)
      It was never in doubt, but now it is official: Manchester United will play Newcastle United in the Carabao Cup Final on Sunday, February 26, at Wembley.
      The job was all but done in the first leg, but sealed tonight in the second half by goals from Anthony Martial and Fred.

      Man Utd 2-0 Nott’m Forest (Agg: 5-0)
      90. The fourth official holds the board up to signal one minute of added time.
      One minute before Manchester United officially book their place at Wembley.
      One minute before Nottingham Forest are put out of their misery.
      Man Utd 2-0 Nott’m Forest (Agg: 5-0)
      89. Bruno Fernandes is awarded Sky Sports’ Man of the Match – which is probably just about right.
      Man Utd 2-0 Nott’m Forest (Agg: 5-0) – Nott’m Forest substitutions
      87. Steve Cooper takes the opportunity to introduce a couple of youngsters.
      On comes 20-year-old midfielder Oliver Hammond along with 18-year-old striker Detlef Esapa Osong, who is making his debut.
      The pair replace Sam Surridge and Gustavo Scarpa.
      Man Utd 2-0 Nott’m Forest (Agg: 5-0)
      86. Excellent play by United.
      Martial and Sancho are both involved before Fernandes is sent to the touchline from where he rockets a shot across the face of goal.
      Rashford in the middle isn’t happy, but it was another example of how quickly this United team can cut you open.
      Man Utd 2-0 Nott’m Forest (Agg: 5-0)
      84. Just a few minutes remain, and there is no doubt now that it will be Manchester United that face Newcastle in the League Cup final on February 26.
      Man Utd 2-0 Nott’m Forest (Agg: 5-0)
      82. A big opportunity for a Forest consolation.
      Danilo gets away from United’s backline, and strikes powerfully towards Heaton.
      The stand-in United stopper does very well to turn the effort away, but it lands directly into the path of Surridge, who should score.
      Unfortunately for the rangy striker, he lifts his return volley over the crossbar.
      Man Utd 2-0 Nott’m Forest (Agg: 5-0) – Man Utd substitutions
      80. Two final changes for United, and it’s a change in the heart of defence.
      On comes Harry Maguire and Victor Lindelof, off go Casemiro and Raphael Varane.
      Man Utd 2-0 Nott’m Forest (Agg: 5-0)
      78. It’s the Manchester United fans that you can hear now, and Erik ten Hag is just 90 minutes away from silverware in his first season at Old Trafford.
      Man Utd 2-0 Nott’m Forest (Agg: 5-0)
      76. The floodgates open and Fred gets in on the act!
      Manchester United are looking sharper with every passing minute, and Nottingham Forest are wilting away.
      On this occasion, not one player in yellow tracked Marcus Rashford’s run to the back post as he collected Bruno Fernandes’ fabulous cross, and the England international had the simplest job in squaring for Fred to turn in with his thigh.

      And another!

      Man Utd 1-0 Nott’m Forest (Agg: 4-0)
      73. Anthony Martial seals Manchester United’s trip to Wembley!
      The triple change from Erik ten Hag has given the hosts’ extra intent, and they’ve finally made their dominance pay.
      Nottingham Forest fail to live with the attacking flair of United, and when one substitute – Marcus Rashford – is denied by an excellent Scott McKenna tackle, another in Martial follows up to turn past Wayne Hennessey.

      Job done!

      Man Utd 0-0 Nott’m Forest (Agg: 3-0)
      72. Man Utd fans start to sing about going to Wembley.
      Although it’s worth pointing out that they haven’t had to make that train trip since Avanti West Coast won the contract.
      Good luck, guys!
      Man Utd 0-0 Nott’m Forest (Agg: 3-0)
      70. Fernandes flashes a shot wide of the near post after a neat lay back from Sancho, but it wouldn’t have counted as the flag was up for offside.
      Man Utd 0-0 Nott’m Forest (Agg: 3-0) – Casemiro yellow card
      68. A booking for Casemiro.
      It’s perhaps unfortunate for the Brazilian in so much as he slips when approaching Dennis, but he undoubtedly takes him out as he goes to ground.
      Man Utd 0-0 Nott’m Forest (Agg: 3-0)
      66. United are turning to turn the screw.
      First, Casemiro forces Hennessey into making a save, and then Rashford comes close to mopping up after a Martial shot is blocked.
      Man Utd 0-0 Nott’m Forest (Agg: 3-0) – Nott’m Forest substitutions
      64. Steve Cooper decides that anything Erik ten Hag can do, so can he – as long as it’s a triple substitution.
      The Welshman brings on Alex Mighten, Serge Aurier and Danilo in place of Brennan Johnson, Renan Lodi and Remo Freuler.
      Man Utd 0-0 Nott’m Forest (Agg: 3-0) – Man Utd substitutions
      62, Well, this isn’t a bad trio to have up your sleeve.
      Erik ten Hag introduces Marcus Rashford, Anthony Martial, and – for the first time since October 22 – Jadon Sancho to huge cheers.
      Off go Wout Weghorst, Alejandro Garnacho and Antony.
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      ‘Don’t know what he’s thinking!’ – Man Utd legend Roy Keane blasts Wout Weghorst after missing sitter vs Forest

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      ROY KEANE tore into Wout Weghorst after he missed a sitter against Nottingham Forest.The striker, who scored in the first leg last week, hit the post when it appeared easier to score.

      Casemiro played in a brilliant cross but loanee Weghorst headed onto the post to deny Manchester United an opener.
      Keane was shocked by the miss and criticised the Dutchman at half-time.
      He said on Sky Sports: “He has to score, I don’t know what he was thinking. He was brought in for his aerial ability.”
      Pundit Michael Dawson agreed with his colleague, adding the 6ft 6in forward “had to score”.
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      BBC pundit Richard McFadden was more sympathetic to the striker, who was mere inches away from scoring his first Old Trafford goal.
      He said: “Weghorst was on the move, it’s a great ball in and he does really well to direct the header. He’s unfortunate to see it crash off the post.”

      Weghorst’s header was United’s best chance of an uninspired first half.
      Visitors Forest had the better of the play with the Red Devils happy to defend their 3-0 aggregate lead.
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      United improved after the break and goals from Anthony Martial and Fred gave them a 2-0 win.
      Weghorst scored once in his first four United games after arriving on loan from Burnley.
      But Erik ten Hag will be hoping for a better return after the club paid Besiktas £2.5million to cancel the striker’s loan at the Turkish club. More