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      Erik ten Hag goes full Jurgen Klopp as he whinges at Man Utd playing 12.30pm Saturday game in congested schedule

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      ERIK TEN HAG turned to the Jurgen Klopp book of excuses after bomoaning Manchester United’s 12:30pm kick-off against Southampton.Despite taking a swipe at Prem chiefs, United earned a professional 3-0 victory at St Mary’s at lunchtime on Saturday.Erik ten Hag hit out at his sides 12:30pm kick offCredit: GettyFormer Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp was well known for ranting about the time slotTen Hag told TNT: “First of all, for the fans it is very unfair to deal with this, with 8pm away games on a Saturday night.”The 12.30pm, it’s not right, but they are always there. I’m so proud of our fans that they are always there.”Whatever happens on the pitch they always supportive of the team and there is a really good connection.”They bring a very good ambience at Old Trafford and also at away games. I think the Premier League should pay some attention to this.”READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSFormer Liverpool boss Klopp was notorious for hating 12:30pm kick offs, which he referred to as the “breakfast” slot. It is surely one thing the German manager will not miss about the Prem as he repeatedly hit out at organisers whenever Liverpool played at 12:30pm.In May, long-term critic Klopp said: “They dare to give us Thursday-Sunday-Wednesday-Saturday 12.30 – it’s a crime! I was waiting for Amnesty International to go to them.”Asked if the scheduling of United’s matches represents a major disadvantage compared to rivals, Ten Hag is convinced it works against his players despite a 3-0 win this weekend.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe Dutchman added: “It’s a big disadvantage, but we have to deal with it as they did today.”The team are mature, it doesn’t matter, we always have to win, we can’t bring any excuse.”Ex-Man Utd man Anderson faces prison timeThe Red Devils have already had to navigate two lunchtime kick-offs on the south coast, at Brighton and St Mary’s, in their first four games of the season.And United travel to Selhurst Park to play Crystal Palace at 5:30pm next Saturday.Ten Hag’s complaints would have made slightly more sense if there had been no international break.Before Southampton, United’s last Prem game saw them fall to a humiliating defeat to rivals Liverpool at 4pm on a Sunday.But that was the final Prem match before the two week Uefa Nations League interval.Meanwhile, critics would argue that Ten Hag needed this must-win away triumph to keep his job safe for another week. READ MORE SUN STORIESAndre Onana saved Cameron Archer’s first half penalty, before United scored twice before half-time through Matthjis de Ligt and Marcus Rashford.Alejandro Garnacho rounded things off with a stoppage time hammer through a Casemiro assist.Man Utd ratings vs Southampton as Onana saves a penalty and Rashford finally scoresMARCUS RASHFORD scored his first Premier League goal in 189 days as Manchester United cruised to a 3-0 victory at Southampton.The Red Devils got back to winning ways after suffering defeats in their last two Prem games, with Matthijs de Ligt notching his first Man Utd goal.But United had Andre Onana to thank as the keeper kept out Cameron Archer’s penalty at 0-0.Here’s how SunSport’s Charlie Wyett rated United’s stars…Andre Onana – 7Saved the penalty by Cameron Archer, albeit a poor one from the Southampton forward.But that stop and the stopped rebound proved to be absolutely crucial.Noussair Mazraouri – 7Needed treatment after falling awkwardly in the first half but that did not stop him from delivering a solid performance.Also got forward to good effect before being one of three United defenders to be subbed off.Matthijs De Ligt – 8Shaky start defensively but was unmarked to score from Bruno Fernandes cross to calm United’s nerves with the opener.He was delighted to get his first United goal and dedicated his celebration to his wife’s birthday today.Lisandro Martinez – 7Not been in great form so anything was an improvement – although Saints’ attack was toothless.Diogo Dalot – 5Suffered an absolute shocker of a first half courtesy of Southampton’s tricky wingers.Conceded the penalty after bringing down Tyler Dibling but was also constantly exposed throughout the half.Kobbie Mainoo – 6United continue to lean far too heavily on such a young player. And this defensive role does not really suit him.Christian Eriksen – 7A surprise starter although United’s two goals came from his corners.The system, though, still does not play to his strengths as he is too deep.Bruno Fernandes – 7Cracking corner cross ball from Eriksen who plonked the ball on the head of De Ligt.Amad Diallo – 7Looked lively throughout – really encouraging. Teed up Rashford for the second goal.Joshua Zirkzee – 6Forced a couple of saves by Aaron Ramsdale but does not look like a 25 goal-a-season striker.Marcus Rashford – 7Hopefully the second goal will give him a real confidence boost. Also forced a couple of saves from Aaron Ramsdale.SUBSGarnacho (for Rashford 73 mins) 7Was brutally fouled by Stephens who saw red shortly after coming on. Notched United’s third goal of the game in the final minute.He struck high into Ramsdale’s high corner after a brilliant ball from Casemiro.Manuel Ugarte (for Eriksen 73 mins) 6Harry Maguire (for Mazraouri 74 mins) 6Jonny Evans (for Martinez 77 mins) 6 More

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      Matthijs de Ligt’s goal celebration explained as Man Utd new-boy reveals touching reason behind pointing to stands

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      MATTHIJS DE LIGT has revealed the touching reason behind his goal celebration as Manchester United won 3-0 at Southampton.The Dutch defender scored his first United goal after joining this summer and was quick to dedicate it to his wife on her 24th birthday.Matthijs de Ligt pointed to the stands after he scored his first Prem goalCredit: AFPThe touching reason behind his unique celebration has been revealedCredit: GettyThe 25-year-old headed in Bruno Fernandes’ curling cross just minutes after Cameron Archer’s penalty was saved by Andre Onana.And a beaming De Ligt ran off in celebration and pointed to the stands.He then gestured the outline of a heart with his fingers before pointing up again.When quizzed on the unique celebration, De Ligt told TNT: “It’s my wife’s birthday, so this one is for her!”READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSDe Ligt married his long time girlfriend, Annekee Molenaar, a Dutch model and daughter of ex-footballer Keje Molenaar, a week before Euro 2024.He also praised his teammates, particularly Onana, who collected the rebound after as United had been stuck in their own half until then.De Ligt added: “The win was important. I think if you get three points from three games, it’s not enough.”So there was some pressure, but I think today we played very well.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSDe Ligt with wife Annekee MolenaarMan Utd ratings vs Southampton as Onana saves a penalty and Rashford finally scoresMARCUS RASHFORD scored his first Premier League goal in 189 days as Manchester United cruised to a 3-0 victory at Southampton.The Red Devils got back to winning ways after suffering defeats in their last two Prem games, with Matthijs de Ligt notching his first Man Utd goal.But United had Andre Onana to thank as the keeper kept out Cameron Archer’s penalty at 0-0.Here’s how SunSport’s Charlie Wyett rated United’s stars…Andre Onana – 7Saved the penalty by Cameron Archer, albeit a poor one from the Southampton forward.But that stop and the stopped rebound proved to be absolutely crucial.Noussair Mazraouri – 7Needed treatment after falling awkwardly in the first half but that did not stop him from delivering a solid performance.Also got forward to good effect before being one of three United defenders to be subbed off.Matthijs De Ligt – 8Shaky start defensively but was unmarked to score from Bruno Fernandes cross to calm United’s nerves with the opener.He was delighted to get his first United goal and dedicated his celebration to his wife’s birthday today.Lisandro Martinez – 7Not been in great form so anything was an improvement – although Saints’ attack was toothless.Diogo Dalot – 5Suffered an absolute shocker of a first half courtesy of Southampton’s tricky wingers.Conceded the penalty after bringing down Tyler Dibling but was also constantly exposed throughout the half.Kobbie Mainoo – 6United continue to lean far too heavily on such a young player. And this defensive role does not really suit him.Christian Eriksen – 7A surprise starter although United’s two goals came from his corners.The system, though, still does not play to his strengths as he is too deep.Bruno Fernandes – 7Cracking corner cross ball from Eriksen who plonked the ball on the head of De Ligt.Amad Diallo – 7Looked lively throughout – really encouraging. Teed up Rashford for the second goal.Joshua Zirkzee – 6Forced a couple of saves by Aaron Ramsdale but does not look like a 25 goal-a-season striker.Marcus Rashford – 7Hopefully the second goal will give him a real confidence boost. Also forced a couple of saves from Aaron Ramsdale.SUBSGarnacho (for Rashford 73 mins) 7Was brutally fouled by Stephens who saw red shortly after coming on. Notched United’s third goal of the game in the final minute.He struck high into Ramsdale’s high corner after a brilliant ball from Casemiro.Manuel Ugarte (for Eriksen 73 mins) 6Harry Maguire (for Mazraouri 74 mins) 6Jonny Evans (for Martinez 77 mins) 6The former Ajax centre-half and Golden boy winner joined United for £43million from Bayern Munich in August, alongside full-back Noussair Mazraoui.On his goal, De Ligt revealed that it was a result of the team’s set-piece practice – as United were 15th in the table from goals scored from dead ball situations last season.Cristiano Ronaldo and Rio Ferdinand in hysterics as they remember Man Utd nicknames from ‘Shrek’ and ‘SatNav’ to ‘J-Lo’He explained: “We’ve been working on some set pieces, this one was not exactly out of the book, but this was from a good spot.”St Mary’s was stunned into silence when Marcus Rashford scored six minutes after De Ligt.Rashford picked up a ball on the edge of the area and curled a low shot past Aaron Ramsdale, who probably should have done better.Saints captain Jack Stephens needlessly chopped down Alejandro Garnacho on the touchline and received a red card with three minutes remaining.The Argentine winger, 20, then smashed home from six yards out at the death. More

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      Man Utd see £190MILLION wiped off share price after announcing £113m losses and Cristiano Ronaldo’s Ten Hag blast

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have seen almost £200MILLION wiped from their share price, according to new figures.It follows a tough couple of weeks for the club following the 3-0 defeat against Liverpool.Man Utd have seen £190m wiped off their share price in just two weeksCredit: GettyIt came after Cristiano Ronaldo’s scathing blast of the clubCredit: YouTube / UR – CristianoRonaldo also blasted Erik ten Hag in his rantCredit: GettyAccording to Stocklytics, two main factors have contributed to this massive loss.The first was the club reporting a net loss of £113.2m for the 2023/24 financial year.This came despite record revenues of £661.8m, with increased transfer spending and player wages contributing to the club’s books being in the red.The second was the scathing assessment of the club and manager given out by Cristiano Ronaldo.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe United icon said the club “need to rebuild everything”, before launching a brutal rant against Erik ten Hag.Speaking on the Rio Ferdinand Presents podcast, Ronaldo said of the Dutchman: “The coach, they say they cannot compete to win the League and Champions League.“(As) Manchester United coach, you cannot say that you’re not going to fight to win the League or Champions League. “You have to be, to mentally say, listen, maybe we don’t have that potential, but I cannot say that. We’re going to try. You have to try.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe Red Devils value on August 31 stood at £2.25bn, but stands at just £2.06bn as of September 14, a loss of £190m.Explaining the losses, a spokesperson for Stocklytics said: “Manchester United is still, despite its on-the-pitch drop off over recent years, a huge, global club.’Man Utd have wrong bald Dutch manager’ – how Slot schooled Ten Hag at Old Trafford“However, its listing on the stock exchange means speculation can quickly result in a fall in share price, and the recent comments by a Manchester United legend Cristiano Ronaldo, and its worrying financial results, have wiped the best part of £200m off the value of Manchester United’s stock.”Figures compiled by football finance expert Kieran Maguire also revealed United’s transfer fee instalments owed to other clubs had increased by 885 per cent since the retirement of Sir Alex Ferguson in 2013. United ended their losing streak by registering a 3-0 win over Southampton, with Andre Onana and Matthijs de Ligt both impressing. More

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      Man Utd player ratings: Andre Onana catalyst for crunch win but Diogo Dalot endures Southampton nightmare on south coast

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      MARCUS RASHFORD scored his first Premier League goal in 189 days as Manchester United cruised to a 3-0 victory at Southampton.The Red Devils got back to winning ways after suffering defeats in their last two Prem games, with Matthijs de Ligt notching his first Man Utd goal.Matthijs de Ligt opened the scoring for UnitedMarcus Rashford doubled the lead just six minutes laterSub Garnacho also bagged his first goal of the new campaign in the final secondsSouthampton started the brighter side before Diogo Dalot chopped Tyler Dibling down in the box inside 32 minutes.But Cameron Archer missed the spot-kick after fans dubbed that referee Stuart Attwell cruelly made him wait 51 seconds.De Ligt then turned the tie around with a close range header from a Bruno Fernandes assist, before Rashford scored from long range.Saints captain Jack Stephens was given a straight red for after flying into sub Alejandro Garnacho in the 78th minute.Most read in FootballHere’s how SunSport’s Charlie Wyett rated every Man Utd player…Andre Onana – 7 Saved the penalty by Cameron Archer, albeit a poor one from the Southampton forward. But that stop and the stopped rebound proved to be absolutely crucial.Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana saved Cameron Archer’s penaltyCredit: APNoussair Mazraouri – 7 Needed treatment after falling awkwardly in the first half but that did not stop him from delivering a solid performance. Most read in FootballAlso got forward to good effect before being one of three United defenders to be subbed off.Matthijs De Ligt – 8Shaky start defensively but was unmarked to score from Bruno Fernandes cross to calm United’s nerves with the opener.He was delighted to get his first United goal and dedicated his celebration to his wife’s birthday today.He was elated to have notched his first Prem goalCredit: RexLisandro Martinez – 7Not been in great form so anything was an improvement – although Saints’ attack was toothless. Diogo Dalot – 5 Suffered an absolute shocker of a first half courtesy of Southampton’s tricky wingers.Conceded the penalty after bringing down Tyler Dibling but was also constantly exposed throughout the half.Kobbie Mainoo – 6 United continue to lean far too heavily on such a young player. And this defensive role does not really suit him. Christian Eriksen – 7 A surprise starter although United’s two goals came from his corners. The system, though, still does not play to his strengths as he is too deep. Bruno Fernandes – 7 Cracking corner cross ball from Eriksen who plonked the ball on the head of De Ligt. Bruno FernandesCredit: AFPAmad Diallo – 7 Looked lively throughout – really encouraging. Teed up Rashford for the second goal. Joshua Zirkzee – 6 Forced a couple of saves by Aaron Ramsdale but does not look like a 25 goal-a-season striker. Marcus Rashford – 7 Hopefully the second goal will give him a real confidence boost. Also forced a couple of saves from Aaron Ramsdale. Rashford’s team-mates all joined him to celebrate his first Prem goal of the seasonCredit: GettyGarnacho (for Rashford 73 mins) 7Was brutally fouled by Stephens who saw red shortly after coming on.READ MORE SUN STORIESNotched United’s third goal of the game in the final minute.He struck high into Ramsdale’s high corner after a brilliant ball from Casemiro.Manuel Ugarte (for Eriksen 73 mins) 6Manuel Ugarte earned his first United minutesHarry Maguire (for Mazraouri 74 mins) 6Jonny Evans (for Martinez 77 mins) 6 More

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      Man Utd fans slam ‘disgusting’ Stephens with Southampton star shown straight red for horror knee-high lunge on Garnacho

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans raged at Jack Stephens for his reckless challenge on Alejandro Garnacho.The Southampton defender was given his marching orders for a horror tackle on the Argentina international in the 79th minute of the St Mary’s showdown.Jack Stephens took out Alejandro Garnacho with a horror tackle in the second half of Saints’ clash with Manchester UnitedCredit: ReutersThe poor attempt of a challenge left Argentina international Garnacho in agonyCredit: GettyReferee Stuart Atwell showed Stephens a straight red for the horror tackleCredit: GETTYStephens, 30, scythed down the winger with a ridiculously high challenge, catching his right knee with his studs.The tackle, which came as Saints were 2-0 down, left Garnacho in agony.The Manchester United bench leapt up in anger, although referee Stuart Atwell took his time before giving Stephens his marching orders.But the straight red didn’t calm down the Old Trafford faithful, one of who wrote on X: “Nasty challenge on Garnacho.”Another said: “Stupid as well as dangerous from Jack Stephens.”And another said: “Jack Stephens with a horrendous tackle. Rightfully sent off.”One remarked: “Disgusting.”BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnother chimed in: “F**k off down the tunnel, Jack Stephens.”Most read in FootballFormer Chelsea and England star Joe Cole had a pitchside view for the tackle and reckons Atwell had no choice but to send Stephens for an early shower.Rafael van der Vaart slams Erik ten Hag signings and issues strict Matthijs de Ligt warningThe TNT Sports pundit said: “It looked horrendous from my angle. You knew he weren’t getting away from him. “As a centre-half, Stephens doesn’t want to be there. Garnacho knocked the ball [past him].”And he’s done it, Fletch, right in front of the Manchester United bench.”And they’ve all jumped up and rightly so. “The ref seen that and I feel the ref actually showed a lot of restraint in not giving it straight away and giving himself time to think.”But for me, it’s an easy straight red.”Things went from bad to worse for Stephens and Southampton in the 96th minute as Garnacho bagged United’s third and final goal of the match.Defeat to the Red Devils has extended Russell Martin’s troops’ winless start to the season and left them toiling in 19th place in the table.Alejandro Garnacho recovered from the horror tackle to secure a 3-0 win for UnitedCredit: PAAfter the match, a jubilant Ten Hag said: “The start was not easy.”I think the penalty was the turning point in the game and not so far after we scored and that was very important. From that moment on, the game was all ours.”Reflecting on Rashford’s ending of his drought, the Dutchman said: “It’s very important.READ MORE SUN STORIES”For every striker, they want to be on the scoring list. Once the first is in, more is coming.”Once a striker was talking about a ketchup bottle, once it’s going, it’s coming more.” More

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      Southampton 0 Man Utd 3: Rashford finally scores as United snap losing streak with woeful Saints stuck on ZERO points

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      MATTHIJS DE LIGT and Marcus Rashford grabbed the first-half goals to postpone the next Erik ten Hag crisis for at least another week.But Manchester United were let off the hook by a Southampton side who outplayed them in the opening half an hour and failed to convert a penalty.Marcus Rashford ended his goal drought to get Man Utd back to winning waysCredit: GettyMatthis de Ligt opened the scoringCredit: RexAlejandro Garnacho added a third goal in injury timeCredit: ReutersIt would have been fascinating to see how United responded to that kind of setback.In the end, though, Ten Hag’s side ran out comfortable enough winners and he avoided becoming the first United boss to lose three Premier League games in a row since 2015.The Saints never recovered from somehow finding themselves two down at the break after striker Cameron Archer let them down at both ends.First the £15m summer signing hit his spotkick far too close to United goalkeeper Andre Onana after Diogo Dalot brought down teenage winger Tyler Dibling.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLDe Ligt headed United into the lead a few minutes later and then Archer was guilty of failing to close down Rashford, who curled a fine shot in off the far post to make it two.The Saints’ misery was complete when captain Jack Stephens was shown a straight red card – somewhat harshly – for a cynical lunge on United substitute Alejandro Garnacho, who made it three in stoppage-time from Dalot’s cross.It was a bitter end to a game that had started so well for the home team.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSDibling, 18, one of four home players making their first Premier League start for the club, skinned Dalot as early as the seventh minute and forced a save out of Onana.Most read in FootballJoshua Zirkzee had a great chance at the other end when Eriksen touched the ball into his path but the Dutchman’s shot on the stretch from inside the six-yard box was not good enough to beat Aaron Ramsdale.Cristiano Ronaldo and Rio Ferdinand in hysterics as they remember Man Utd nicknames from ‘Shrek’ and ‘SatNav’ to ‘J-Lo’In the 17th minute, Kyle Walker-Peters made De Ligt look like a novice but failed to find the right pass from the byline. United broke down the other end and Bruno Fernandes shot well wide.Southampton looked much the better team.Dalot’s torment continued when Mateus Fernandes cut inside him and fired in a cross-shot that De Ligt cut out.And when the United full back fouled Dibling, Lesley Ugochukwu sent a free header over the bar from Yuki Sugawara’s free kick.But Dalot’s luck seemed to have run out when he was once more beaten by Dibling and brought him down in the box.Ben Brereton Diaz has a good record from the penalty spot yet the Saints forward handed the ball to Archer.The young striker’s spotkick was far too close to Onana who saved to his right and had plenty of time to stand up and save Archer’s headed follow-up.Punishment was not long coming. Ramsdale saved a deflected shot by Zirkzee but his defence was sleeping from the resulting corner.It was played short to Fernandes and De Ligt headed the fine cross out of reach of Ramsdale’s right arm.A minutes later, Southampton were guilty of the same kind of failure.Ramsdale made a good save from Rashford after another United break. This time the corner was overhit, but in the second pahse poor Archer failed to close down Rashford quick enough and his well-placed shot went in off the far post.United started the second half on the front foot. Full back Noussair Mazraoui hit the outside of the post and Rashford had a shot blocked by Jan Bednarek.Man Utd ratings vs Southampton as Onana saves a penalty and Rashford finally scoresMARCUS RASHFORD scored his first Premier League goal in 189 days as Manchester United cruised to a 3-0 victory at Southampton.The Red Devils got back to winning ways after suffering defeats in their last two Prem games, with Matthijs de Ligt notching his first Man Utd goal.But United had Andre Onana to thank as the keeper kept out Cameron Archer’s penalty at 0-0.Here’s how SunSport’s Charlie Wyett rated United’s stars…Andre Onana – 7Saved the penalty by Cameron Archer, albeit a poor one from the Southampton forward.But that stop and the stopped rebound proved to be absolutely crucial.Noussair Mazraouri – 7Needed treatment after falling awkwardly in the first half but that did not stop him from delivering a solid performance.Also got forward to good effect before being one of three United defenders to be subbed off.Matthijs De Ligt – 8Shaky start defensively but was unmarked to score from Bruno Fernandes cross to calm United’s nerves with the opener.He was delighted to get his first United goal and dedicated his celebration to his wife’s birthday today.Lisandro Martinez – 7Not been in great form so anything was an improvement – although Saints’ attack was toothless.Diogo Dalot – 5Suffered an absolute shocker of a first half courtesy of Southampton’s tricky wingers.Conceded the penalty after bringing down Tyler Dibling but was also constantly exposed throughout the half.Kobbie Mainoo – 6United continue to lean far too heavily on such a young player. And this defensive role does not really suit him.Christian Eriksen – 7A surprise starter although United’s two goals came from his corners.The system, though, still does not play to his strengths as he is too deep.Bruno Fernandes – 7Cracking corner cross ball from Eriksen who plonked the ball on the head of De Ligt.Amad Diallo – 7Looked lively throughout – really encouraging. Teed up Rashford for the second goal.Joshua Zirkzee – 6Forced a couple of saves by Aaron Ramsdale but does not look like a 25 goal-a-season striker.Marcus Rashford – 7Hopefully the second goal will give him a real confidence boost. Also forced a couple of saves from Aaron Ramsdale.SUBSGarnacho (for Rashford 73 mins) 7Was brutally fouled by Stephens who saw red shortly after coming on. Notched United’s third goal of the game in the final minute.He struck high into Ramsdale’s high corner after a brilliant ball from Casemiro.Manuel Ugarte (for Eriksen 73 mins) 6Harry Maguire (for Mazraouri 74 mins) 6Jonny Evans (for Martinez 77 mins) 6Andre Onana denied Cameron Archer from the penalty spot early onCredit: RexJack Stephens was sent off in the second half for a cynical foul on GarnachoCredit: GettyAaron Ramsdale saw three goals edge past him despite being at full stretchCredit: ReutersSouthampton did not look like a team who believed they could find a way back into the game.United, and Amad Diallo in particular, sensed their fragility and only some last-ditch defending stopped the visitors extending their lead.Then it was Ramsdale’s turn as he leapt athletically to push away a long-range shot by Rashford, whose confidence had risen visibly.At that point, just after the hour, Martin made four substitutions. The decision to include Dibling in the players taken off was not popular with the home crowd.Not much changed, or not enough, anyway.Southampton did not create a single opening and their frustration told in the final 10 minutes.As Garnacho tried to scamper down the left touchline, Stephens took him out. A yellow card looked like sufficient punishment, but Attwell reached for his red.Garnacho’s late third underlined that those anticipating the dismissal of Ten Hag will have to wait.After the match Ten Hag said: “The start was not easy. “I think the penalty was the turning point in the game and not so far after we scored and that was very important. From that moment on, the game was all ours.”Reflecting on Rashford’s ending of his drought, the Dutchman said: “It’s very important. READ MORE SUN STORIES”For every striker, they want to be on the scoring list. Once the first is in, more is coming. “Once a striker was talking about a ketchup bottle, once it’s going, it’s coming more.” More

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      Casemiro DROPPED from Man Utd XI to face Southampton but Ugarte doesn’t replace him as forgotten man gets rare start

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      CASEMIRO has been brutally AXED by Erik ten Hag following his horror show against Liverpool.The five-time Champions League winner was at fault for two of the Reds’ goals as they romped to a 3-0 win over Manchester United before this month’s international break.Casemiro has been axed by Erik ten Hag following his horror show against LiverpoolCredit: GETTYThe Brazilian was at fault for two of the Reds’ goals at Old Trafford and was brutally axed at half timeCredit: PAErik ten Hag has dropped the former Real Madrid man for Saturday’s clash with SouthamptonCredit: AFPTen Hag hooked the Brazilian during the half-time interval, handing youngster Toby Collyer his debut.And the Dutchman has opted NOT to included him in the starting XI for this afternoon’s clash with Southampton.But he’s not been replaced by summer signing Manuel Ugarte, who joined the club from Paris Saint-Germain on transfer deadline day.Ten Hag has opted to replace the 32-year-old with fellow veteran midfielder Christian Eriksen for this afternoon’s match at St Mary’s.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSThe Old Trafford faithful were quick to react to Ten Hag’s decision on social media.One wrote on X: “Casemiro couldn’t start.”Another said: “After Casemiro’s stinker against Liverpool, Ten Hag can’t risk [him] anymore.And another said: “Casemiro absolutely had to be dropped.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSOne remarked: “So Casemiro on the scrap heap for another player marginalized by Ten Hag?”Another chimed in: “Ten Hag should get credit for dropping Casemiro despite Ugarte not being ready.Man Utd Player Ratings Casemiro’s Nightmare Against Liverpool”That message had to go out there after the Liverpool shocker. “Are we about to see an Eriksen rebirth?”Several Red Devils fans called for Casemiro to be dropped in the wake of his nightmare display against the Reds.Although many of them have blasted Ten Hag for starting Eriksen over £50million newboy Ugarte.One said: “[The] solution for Casemiro is Eriksen?”Another said: “Eriksen for Casemiro?”And another said: “Eriksen over Casemiro and Ugarte as DM in 2024? “[What] the fuck is wrong with Ten Hag and my club?One remarked: “Eriksen over Casemiro is scary.”Another chimed in with a series of facepalm emojis: “Drops Casemiro but brings in Eriksen…”United bounced back to winning ways thanks to a 3-0 win at St Mary’s thanks to goals from Matthijs de Light, Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho.After the match, Ten Hag said: “The start was not easy. READ MORE SUN STORIES”I think the penalty was the turning point in the game and not so far after we scored and that was very important.”From that moment on, the game was all ours.” More

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      Man Utd seal two more transfers of wonderkids after FA sign off on deals… with former Arsenal star still to come

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have completed transfers for two new stars despite the transfer window being closed, reports suggest.The Red Devils have placed great emphasis on recruiting the best talent for their youth teams in recent seasons.Man Utd have signed James Overy following FA approvalCredit: GettySlovakia youth international Samuel Lusale has also joined the club after turning 17Credit: GettyEx-Arsenal wonderkid Chido Obi-Martin is still waiting on FA confirmation before a deal is completedCredit: GettyThis has led to a steady stream of stars who have come through the academy to star in the first team, including the likes of Kobbie Mainoo, Alejandro Garnacho and Toby Collyer in recent seasons.But United have now completed deals for teenager starlets James Overy and Samuel Lusale, according to the Manchester Evening News. Deals for the pair were delayed as they waited for FA approval, and they will now link up with the Man Utd Under-18s this season.Meanwhile, a deal for ex-Arsenal wonderkid Chido Obi-Martin is also in the works.READ MORE ON MAN UTDOvery, born in 2007, is an attacking right-back who began his career with A-League side Perth Glory.He started attracting interest from the likes of West Ham aged just 15 before departing and relocating to the south of England last year.Described as a “wonderfully polite and humble young man” by former coach Marc Revell in the Mid Devon Advertiser, Overy continued to impress with Newton Abbot Spurs before United came calling.He is eligible to play for both England and Australia at international level.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSSunSport revealed in July how the Premier League and Fifa were both looking at his transfer. In the case of Lusale, he is a winger or attacking midfielder who has already represented Slovakia at Under-17 and Under-18 international level.Man Utd’s best XI of academy graduatesHe was born in Guildford in 2007, and has finally been ratified to join United after turning 17 earlier this month.Once the FA sign off on 16-year-old Obi-Martin joining the Red Devils, it will complete a hat-trick of highly-rated signings for the club’s youth team.Fans are eagerly awaiting the signing of Obi-Martin, with training videos showing his remarkable finishing skills and teasing a bright career ahead.He also scored 10 goals in a single match for the Gunners against Liverpool Under-16s last season.United’s Under-18 side won an impressive treble last season, having lost just twice in the northern U18 division, before beating southern victors Chelsea to be crowned English champions.Another teen acquisition this summer, Sekou Kone, has been included in Man Utd’s Premier League squad list for the upcoming season following the end of the transfer window.Under-21 goalkeeper Dermot Mee was also registered as a fourth-choice goalkeeper as one of the 22 stars registered in the over 21 bracket of the squad registration.The quality from the academy has been laid bare this week after Mainoo and Garnacho were nominated for the Kopa Trophy and ex-United star Angel Gomes made his England debut.READ MORE SUN STORIESErik ten Hag’s senior team won 3-0 at Southampton in today’s early kick-off, with goals from Matthijs de Ligt, Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho.They were in desperate need of a win following back-to-back defeats against Brighton and Liverpool before the international break. More