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      Arsenal 1 FC Zurich 0 LIVE REACTION: Tierney goal sees Mikel Arteta’s side through to last-16 of Europa League – updates

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      ARSENAL beat FC Zurich tonight in the Europa League thanks to a first-half volley from Kieran Tierney. The Gunners finished top of Group A which means they will go straight through to the last-16 of the competition.

      RESULT: Arsenal 1-0 Zurich
      Arsenal XI: Ramsdale; White, Holding, Gabriel, Tierney; Vieira, Elneny, Lokonga; Nelson, Jesus, Nketiah
      Zurich XI: Brecher; Boranijasevic, Kamberi, Katic, Aliti; Conde, Selnaes, Guerrero; Tosin, Okita, Rohner

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      That’s all from the Emirates Stadium
      Arsenal secure their spot in the Europa League round-of-16 with a narrow 1-0 win over Zurich.
      The Gunners will now turn attention to Sunday’s highly anticipated London derby against Chelsea in the Premier League.
      Thank you for reading, and goodnight!
      Mikel Arteta reacts
      When speaking to BT Sport, the Arsenal boss said: “Job done.
      “It is not easy to win that many games in Europe. I don’t think it was the prettiest game we have played but we managed to win it.
      “I think we had chances, especially early in the game and at the end of the first half to get it into a more comfortable position.
      “We didn’t do that. We did not control the game well enough, especially in the second half. At the end, we were a bit leggy I think.
      “We gave them one or two chances but managed not to concede and keep a clean sheet and win.
      “We have been rotating. I think we are the team that have been rotating the most in Europe today. Players deserve chances and minutes and also the amount of games we play means we cannot maintain the intensity and players being fit.
      “We have all the games and fixtures in our minds to try and be competitive all the time. Today was really important. We know how important it is going to be with all the teams playing in February. Winning helps winning.
      “The atmosphere in the dressing room is much better after a win than a loss.”

      Kieran Tierney reacts
      When speaking to BT Sport, the left-back said: “We wanted to get the game done by 60-70 minutes and score a couple of goals, but we never done that.
      “I thought we saw the game out. They put a lot of pressure on us but we saw it out well.
      “We had to show fight and hunger because they came here with so much of that. We knew they would.
      “Their last couple of results have been good so they have grown in confidence. We dealt quite well, it’s just a pity we couldn’t score a couple more.
      “We won 5-0 a few days ago so it’s not like this [struggling for a second goal] happens all the time. Teams win 1-0. As long as we get a clean sheet we are confident we will score.
      “I want to play every game I can. I have to keep working hard. The manager knows I will give 100% whether I start or not.”

      Group A final standings

      Match Stats

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      Arsenal have won all nine of their home games in all competitions this season, their best winning run from the start of a campaign since 2009-10. (Opta)

      Full Time – Arsenal 1-0 FC Zurich
      Arsenal secure their spot in the Europa League round-of-16 with a 1-0 win over FC Zurich.
      The Swiss side didn’t make it easy for the Gunners, who failed to make the most of their chances throughout.
      But, Mikel Arteta can’t complain too much as his side will avoid the next round of play-offs, which are scheduled to take place in February.
      Full Time – Arsenal 1-0 FC Zurich
      Arsenal secure the top spot in Group A!

      90+4. Arsenal 1-0 FC Zurich
      Zurich come close to an equaliser as the ball is squared across the six-yard box, but Ramsdale comes off his line to collect.
      90+3. Arsenal 1-0 FC Zurich
      Arsenal come close again as Cedric sends a cross over to Nketiah in the box, but the striker cannot get enough on the ball to direct it towards the target.
      90+1. Arsenal 1-0 FC Zurich
      Five minutes have been added on…
      89. Arsenal 1-0 FC Zurich
      Final substitution for Zurich.
      Santini replaces Aliti.
      88. Arsenal 1-0 FC Zurich
      Just 15 minutes after he was introduced, Tomiyasu is forced off with what looks to be a hamstring injury.
      He is replaced with Cedric Soares.
      86. Arsenal 1-0 FC Zurich
      Arsenal are skating on thin ice right now.
      Zurich are pushing for an equaliser.
      82. Arsenal 1-0 FC Zurich
      Zurich make another substitution.
      Krasniqi is on to replace Conde.
      81. Arsenal 1-0 FC Zurich
      Viunnyk attempts an audacious shot from the edge of the box, but his effort flies narrowly over the bar.
      77. Arsenal 1-0 FC Zurich
      Two more substitutions for Zurich.
      Viunnyk replaces Tosin.
      Hornschuh replaces Selnaes.
      73. Arsenal 1-0 FC Zurich
      Two more changes for Arsenal.
      Odegaard is on to replace Vieira.
      Tomiyasu is on to replace White.
      71. Arsenal 1-0 FC Zurich
      Chance for Arsenal as White drives into the box before flicking the ball on to Saka, who runs it out of play before he can get the shot away.
      68. Arsenal 1-0 FC Zurich
      Zurich have the ball in the net, but the goal will not stand!
      Aliti is flagged offside.
      A wake-up call for the Gunners!
      65. Arsenal 1-0 FC Zurich
      Partey picks out Saka on the right with a fantastic pass.
      The winger brings the ball down with a superb touch before setting it through to Vieira, who attempts to shoot, but his effort flies wide.
      63. Arsenal 1-0 FC Zurich
      Mikel Arteta makes two changes.
      Saka replaces Jesus.
      Partey replaces Elneny.
      62. Arsenal 1-0 FC Zurich
      Conde is shown a yellow card for a late challenge on Lokonga.
      57. Arsenal 1-0 FC Zurich
      The Gunners break forward as Jesus threads the ball through to Nketiah.
      But, the striker struggles to find enough space to get the shot away and Zurich can eventually clear the danger.
      52. Arsenal 1-0 FC Zurich
      A quick pause in play.
      Tierney has had his shirt ripped off by Boranijasevic… literally.

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      Man Utd keeper De Gea makes incredible double save including deflecting ball away with his HEAD vs Real Sociedad

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are once again indebted to David de Gea after a superb double save against Real Sociedad. With United leading thanks to Alejandro Garnacho’s opener, Real were pushing for an equaliser.
      David de Gea has once again been busy saving Man Utd’s baconCredit: Getty
      And they almost found it when a dipping volley was fired towards the bottom far corner, with De Gea just about able to get a hand on it and push the ball away.
      However, his work was not done as he reacted to try and smother a follow up shot.
      Miraculously he managed to prevent an equaliser as the ball cannoned off of his face and over the bar.
      While United have looked more defensively solid this season. the loss of Raphael Varane has seen United’s foundations wobble in recent weeks.
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      This has led to De Gea needing to put in a string of top class performances in order to win games.
      The game against West Ham is one such example.
      A fine pair of saves against West Ham ensured United secured three points against the Hammers.
      The first saw De Gea deny Kurt Zouma from close range with a superb diving save.
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      This was then followed up by a last minute pile driver from Declan Rice which was destined for the top corner were it not for De Gea’s reaching hand.
      In addition, De Gea appears to have improved his distribution since Erik ten Hag’s arrival, which has been a common criticism of his time at United.
      United needed to win by two clear goals in order to avoid a potential horror draw in the round of 32.
      And while De Gea’s heroics helped them to keep a clean sheet, The Red Devils were unable to find a second and consequently came second in their group. More

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      Fans all say the same thing as Alejandro Garnacho scores first ever Man Utd goal against Real Sociedad in Europa League

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      THE past, present and future blended together for the “ultimate dream” – as teen wonder Alejandro Garnacho hit a superb opener for Manchester United supplied by his idol Cristiano Ronaldo.Argentinian winger Garnacho, 18, netted his first United goal in his seventh game – a gem of a team strike in Thursday’s Europa League clash at Real Sociedad.
      The master congratulates the apprentice as goal-maker Cristiano Ronaldo hails goal-taker Alejandro Garnacho for scoring against SociedadCredit: AP
      Garnacho finished clinically for Man Utd’s breakthrough goalCredit: EPA
      What better way to mark your first Red Devils’ goal than a reference to your hero’s own celebration as Garnacho does a RonaldoCredit: Getty
      And after the Red Devils’ starlet added a hint of a Ronaldo-style “Siuu” celebration, fans on social media seemed as excited as him by his perfect moment.
      One posted: “Imagine that your first goal as a professional is at 18 years of age, with the Manchester United shirt, in a European competition and it happens to Cristiano Ronaldo, who is your greatest idol in the world of football. The kid Alejandro Garnacho fulfilled the ultimate dream. EPIC.”
      That said it all but another observer tweeted: “Great finish by Garnacho. Why on earth did Man Utd ever waste so much money on the over-rated Sancho when they’ve got this lad? He’s better than Sancho.”
      This message spoke for many too: “What a moment that is for Alejandro Garnacho… The timing of the run and the finish is brilliant, the pass from Cristiano Ronaldo is also perfect, weighted to perfection and Garnacho scores. Superb goal from Manchester United.”
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      One fan noted: “Cristiano Ronaldo scored his first Manchester United goal before Alejandro Garnacho was born.”
      That was of course when Portugal legend Ronaldo, 37, was at his flying best in his first spell with the Red Devils from 2003-9.
      And although Ron is struggling to tie down a regular start in the Premier League this season, he showed on Thursday that he could be turning back time while Garnacho winds it forward.
      As one supporter posted: “Not a bad pass that from CR7 and what a finish from Garnacho.”
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      But another fan fears Garnacho won’t get the chance to fulfil his potential at Old Trafford.
      He posted: “The hype around Man United youngsters, last year it was Elanga and now Garnacho, eventually will leave just like James Garner.” More

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      Man Utd announce shock line-up for Real Sociedad clash with forgotten man making rare start in must win Europa League

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      DONNY VAN DE BEEK is a surprise starter for Manchester United’s Europa League trip to Real Sociedad.The Red Devils are already through but a win by two clear goals in their last group game would see them get a bye to the last 16.
      Donny van de Beek is in the starting line up to face Real SociedadCredit: Getty
      Erik ten Hag has named Van de Beek in the starting line-up for the first time this seasonCredit: Reuters
      Erik ten Hag has put his trust in Van de Beek despite the 25-year-old playing just 30 minutes of action all season.
      Van de Beek has not started a single game this term, although the Dutchman has been struggling with an injury.
      It remains to be seen whether he will play out wide or in behind Cristiano Ronaldo, who also starts in Spain.
      Bruno Fernandes is in from the start too, with either the Portuguese playmaker or Van de Beek likely to play behind Ronaldo, and the other out wide.
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      Elsewhere, teenage wonderkid Alejandro Garnacho is one of three changes from the weekend, alongside Van de Beek and Victor Lindelof.
      Marcus Rashford, Anthony Elanga and Harry Maguire drop to the bench.
      Spanish side Sociedad were 1-0 winners at Old Trafford in the first group stage game back in September.
      United have won all four clashes since then and are safely through, but know the bye that would come with a two goal win will allow them to put their legs up during the last 32.
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      Finishing top of Group E would also see United avoid a meeting with one of the teams dropping down from the Champions League until later in the competition.
      Boss Ten Hag admitted in his press conference that topping the group was “important” – so Van de Beek’s inclusion is a slight surprise given his lack of involvement this season.
      When asked yesterday how crucial it would be to top the group, Ten Hag said: “Clear. Obviously, it’s important. We can win tomorrow night. We know what we have to do win by a two-goal margin.
      “But if you want to win the trophy you have to win all the games so we have to win every one.” More

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      Real Sociedad 0 Man Utd 1 LIVE REACTION: Garnacho goal seals win but United could play Barca in Europa League last-32

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      MANCHESTER UNITED beat Real Sociedad 1-0 in their final Europa League group game thanks to a goal from teenager Alejandro Garnacho.But United failed to top their group and could now face one of Barcelona, Atletico Madrid or Juventus in the last-32 of the competition.

      RESULT: Real Sociedad 0-1 Man Utd
      Real Sociedad XI: Remiro; Gorosabel, Le Normand, Pacheco, Rico; Merino, Zubimendi, Marin; Mendez; Sorloth, Fernandez
      Man Utd XI: De Gea, Lindelof, Martinez, Dalot, Shaw, Van De Beek, Eriksen, Casemiro, Bruno Fernandes, Ronaldo, Garnacho

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      Real night of celebration for Sociedad
      Despite losing the game tonight, it is a real carnival atmosphere in the ground as players and fans celebrate together after finishing top of Europa League Group E.
      They won five of their six games including a memorable win at Old Trafford to boot.
      Sociedad can look forward to the ’round of 16′ draw now with celebrations likely to go on long into the night.

      New format, bigger challenges
      UEFA’s decision to revamp the groups with the winner automatically qualifying for the ’round of 16′ adds a new edge to the Europe League.
      No longer can teams play weakened teams and take games for granted with top spot being so important.
      United paid the price for an opening matchday defeat at home against Real Sociedad and paid the ultimate price.
      They will now have to take on a team with Champions League experience from this season.

      A game of two halves
      In Spain this evening, United showed some real threat during the first half and could easily have found themselves more than one goal ahead.
      They came out in the second half and played like a side who were content with the 1-0 scoreline they had.
      United did not carve out enough goal scoring chances and did not test the Real Sociedad keeper enough.
      United leave themselves tricky fixture
      Due to the fact that Real Sociedad had a superior goal difference, Man Utd finish in second place in Group E.
      This leaves them with the reality of a play-off against one of the sides who finished third in their Champions League group.
      The prospect of facing the likes of Barcelona, Juventus, Sevilla or Ajax.

      FT: Real Sociedad 0-1 Man Utd
      The referee brings festivities to a close.
      Huge cheer from the home fans as they are confirmed as the winners of UEFA Europa League Group E.
      Man Utd could not find that second goal they craved.
      Real Sociedad 0-1 Man Utd
      90+4. The hosts are playing the dangerous game of sitting back now and trying to defend the current scoreline.
      For most of this game they have looked safest when they have United penned back in their own half.
      Corner kick to Man Utd.
      The chance is wasted as they play it short and cannot get a ball into the box as they pass it backwards with no options.
      Real Sociedad 0-1 Man Utd
      90+2. United need to throw caution to the wind now.
      They have nothing to lose but top spot in the group.
      With time running out, they need to throw everything but the kitchen sink at Real Sociedad.

      Real Sociedad 0-1 Man Utd
      90. We are going to have five additional minutes added.
      The home fans cheer as they get ever closing to winning Europa League Group E.
      Last chance saloon for the visitors as they have a goal kick.
      Shaw swings a cross into the back post where ironically Maguire is beaten to the header.
      You had one job.
      Real Sociedad 0-1 Man Utd – Dalot yellow card
      88. Time is running out for the Red Devils.
      They could be facing a tricky tie against a team demoted from the Champions League in February.
      Dalot is given a yellow card for his challenge on Guevara.
      Real Sociedad 0-1 Man Utd
      86. Sociedad win the free kick from the challenge of Martinez.
      He needs to be careful on a yellow card himself.
      Lisandro Martinez will now miss United’s next European game.
      Real Sociedad 0-1 Man Utd
      84. Unbelievably, Man Utd have Harry Maguire up front.
      It says a lot about their striking options.
      Could be something for Gareth Southgate to think about.

      Real Sociedad 0-1 Man Utd
      82. If United are able to find that second goal, it may just be too late in the game for Real Sociedad to react at all.
      ten Hag decides to bring on Fred for Garnacho and Maguire on for Eriksen.
      Some interesting changes from the visitors.
      Real Sociedad 0-1 Man Utd
      80. We are into the final ten minutes of the game.
      Still no closer to knowing who will top this group.
      It is anybody’s game.
      Sorloth shoots from the edge of the box but his effort is not troubling David de Gea’s goal.
      Real Sociedad 0-1 Man Utd
      78. Ronaldo puts a challenge in gives away a free kick.
      The Sociedad player rolls on the ground looking to get the United player his second yellow card.
      The referee is having none of it and tells him to get up.
      Real Sociedad 0-1 Man Utd
      76. Rashford is showing some energy up top.
      Chasing down the defenders whenever in possession of the ball.
      For all their efforts, United have not really created anything of note in this half.

      Real Sociedad 0-1 Man Utd
      74. Sociedad are knocking on the door.
      The ball is worked into the box from a wide position and is laid off to the sub Guevara.
      His shot forces a full-stretch save from de Gea who gathers the ball.
      Real Sociedad 0-1 Man Utd – Ronaldo yellow card
      72. Sociedad are struggling to get balls into the box.
      United are doing well to stop the cross.
      Long throw into the box, flicked on towards Fernandez who turns and shoots over the bar.
      Yellow card for Ronaldo for a challenge with a leading arm.
      Guevara comes on for Fernandez.
      Real Sociedad 0-1 Man Utd
      70. Fernandez stays down seemingly injured.
      The Sociedad striker seemed to hurt himself as the ball was knocked into the box.
      He is back up on his feet and moving again fortuntely.
      Real Sociedad 0-1 Man Utd
      68. We forget how a Real Sociedad goal would completely change the whole outlook of this game.
      United would need another two goals with time running out.
      The next goal is going to be crucial.

      Real Sociedad 0-1 Man Utd
      66. Rashford needs to impress if he hopes to be on that plane to Qatar as part of Gareth Southgate’s squad.
      There are lots of English strikers in form at the moment.
      Rashford has two more games to impress with United.
      Real Sociedad 0-1 Man Utd – Mendez yellow card
      64. Pressure is mounting on the visitors.
      As time ticks by, there hopes of finishing top of the group, slowly disappear.
      Mendez is booked for a foul on Luke Shaw.
      Real Sociedad 0-1 Man Utd – Martinez yellow card
      62. Martinez wins the ball but his follow through catches the player, very harsh free kick let alone yellow card.
      He came off the worse as well as player landed on his face.
      The home fans start to turn the place into a cauldron of noise.
      Real Sociedad 0-1 Man Utd
      60. United have a corner from a Rashford break.
      Eriksen cannot beat the man at the near post.
      Wasted chance.

      Real Sociedad 0-1 Man Utd
      58. Looks like there will be changes from both benches.
      Sociedad threaten the United goal with a couple of crosses but United manage to clear.
      van de Beek comes off for Rashford and Lindelof comes off for McTominay.
      Gorosabel comes off for Elustondo and Marin comes off for Navarro.
      Real Sociedad 0-1 Man Utd
      56. This has been a solid performance by the Red Devils so far.
      It would seem a hollow victory without the second goal.
      As time ticks on they need to be more and more adventurous.
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      Real Sociedad vs Man Utd LIVE: Stream, TV channel, team news, kick-off time for big Europa League clash – latest updates

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      MANCHESTER UNITED take on Real Sociedad tonight in their final Europa League group clash – and they’re hoping to finish top.But Sociedad have won all of their games so far and look set to finish at the summit of Group E, having beaten United at Old Trafford on match day one.

      Start time: 5.45pm
      TV/Live stream: BT Sport 1
      Real Sociedad XI: To follow
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      Cristiano Ronaldo got on the score sheet as United beat Sheriff 3-1 at Old TraffordCredit: Getty
      When is Real Sociedad vs Manchester United?

      Real Sociedad roll out the red carpet for Manchester United on Thursday, November 3.
      It is scheduled to kick off at 5:45pm UK time – 6:45pm local time.
      Reale Arena in San Sebastian, Spain is the chosen venue for this match and it can host approximately 39,500.
      Sociedad stunned United 1-0 the last time the sides met in September.

      What TV channel is Real Sociedad vs Manchester United on and can I live stream it?

      Real Sociedad vs Manchester United will be broadcasted LIVE on BT Sport 1 in the UK.
      Coverage is set to commence from 5:15pm UK time – 30 minutes before kick-off.
      Subscription holders of BT Sport can stream the entire action live via the BT Sport website or BT Sport app.

      What is the team news?
      Imanol Alguacil has been severely hit with injury problems ahead of this top of the table clash against Manchester United.
      The Sociedad boss is expected to be without Mikel Oyarzabal, Umar Sadiq, Mohamed-Ali-Cho, Ander Martin and former Manchester City icon David Silva.
      Takefusa Kubo’s dislocated shoulder from last week has also made him one of the few doubts alongside Ander Barrenetxea, Aihen Munoz and Alex Sola.
      Elsewhere, Erik Ten Hag has some injury setbacks of his own as the United boss will continue to be without Raphael Varane, Axel Tuanzebe and Brandon Williams.
      However, Antony, Victor Lindelof, Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Anthony Martial could all return to the fold having missed out on the West Ham win. More

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      Cristiano Ronaldo sends message to Man Utd pals upon return to Spain for critical Europa League clash with Sociedad

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO has fired out a message to his Manchester United team-mates ahead of his return to Spain.The Red Devils are in town for a crunch Europa League group stage clash against Real Sociedad.
      Cristiano Ronaldo has sent out a passionate message to Man Utd ahead of their Real Sociedad clashCredit: AP
      United must win by at least two goals to seal top spot in Group E.
      And Ronnie has told team-mates they must all be fully focused on delivering the goods as a united group.
      He wrote on Instagram: “Back to Spain, with the mind always set on winning and our full focus on getting the first place in our group.
      “Let’s go Devils! We are United!”
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      Failure to win will see Erik ten Hag’s side face an eliminator for the knockout stages against a Champions League dropout.
      Ajax, Bayer Leverkusen, Barcelona, Sporting Lisbon, RB Salzburg, Shakhtar Donetsk, Sevilla and Juventus are all moving down.
      And the last thing United need is another two-legged tie during a winter World Cup campaign.
      But Ronaldo is adamant his return to Spain will not end in disappointment.
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      Ronaldo has urged United to do the job in Spain tonightCredit: Instagram
      The veteran is set for a fiery welcome from locals after nine years at Real Madrid.
      Ronaldo scored 450 goals in 438 games as he won two titles and four Champions Leagues.
      The fact Ronaldo is in the frame to play is a bonus for the Portuguese.
      It’s certainly been a remarkable turnaround in the past few weeks.
      His future at United looked uncertain after a touchline tantrum against Tottenham.
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      But he has played the full 90 minutes in the last two games against Sheriff and West Ham.
      And Ronnie is almost certain to start tonight with Antony, Jadon Sancho and Anthony Martial missing. More

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      How Man Utd could line up in crunch Real Sociedad clash in Europa League with Antony, Sancho and Martial all OUT

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      ANTONY, Jadon Sancho and Anthony Martial are all OUT of Manchester United’s crunch Europa League trip to Real Sociedad.The Red Devils are three points off table-toppers Sociedad and due to placings coming down to head-to-head records they must win by TWO goals to top the group.
      Garnacho could be handed a second consecutive start in the competition following the absences of Antony, Martial and Sancho
      Antony will miss Thursday’s game through injury which saw him ruled out of last weekend’s game with West HamCredit: Alamy
      The Spanish side won 1-0 when the sides met earlier this season and have a superior goal difference to the Red Devils.
      If Erik ten Hag’s men fail to beat Sociedad by two goals they will finish second and face a preliminary knockout round that could see them pitted against one of Europe’s big boys dropping from the Champions League.
      The teams dropping down include Ajax, Barcelona, Juventus, Leverkusen, Salzburg, Sevilla, Shakhtar and Sporting CP.
      And so Ten Hag could opt for a strong side to try and snatch top spot in the group and skip playing two additional games in the New Year.
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      However, Antony, Sancho and Martial didn’t travel to Spain, limiting the Dutchman’s selection in the wide areas.
      Brazilian trickster Antony was absent for the 1-0 over West Ham through injury, as was Martial, while Sancho is ill.
      David de Gea’s heroics against the Hammers on Sunday will see him keep his spot.
      He’ll be protected by a back four of Diogo Dalot, Harry Maguire, Lisandro Martinez and Luke Shaw.
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      Casemiro, Bruno Fernandes and Christian Eriksen will make up the midfield three.
      Fernandes will start as he’s suspended for United’s next game against Aston Villa.
      Teenager Alejandro Garnacho impressed on his start against Sheriff and could man the left flank.
      And Ten Hag could call on Cristiano Ronaldo to lead the line.
      Alternatively, Fred could come into the midfield to hand Eriksen a rest.
      Summer signing Tyrell Malacia may be handed a rare chance to start in order to give Shaw a rest.
      Shaw would’ve seen England team-mate and left-back competition, Ben Chilwell, have to be helped off yesterday and may not want to overwork himself ahead of the World Cup.
      Fred and Malacia could come in More