Copenhagen attacker Mohamed Daramy has insisted that his side will have to work extremely hard to cause an upset when they face off against Manchester City in the Champions League on Wednesday.
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England boss Gareth Southgate has named his squad for the final two games before this year's World Cup.
Three Manchester United players make the cut in his 28-man squad for the Nations League double-header against Italy and Germany later this month, while there are five representatives from Manchester City. The Three Lions travel to the San Siro on Friday, September 23. Three days later they face arch-rivals Germany at Wembley in the final group stage clash.
United captain Harry Maguire, who has lost his place in Erik ten Hag's side in recent weeks, makes the cut while Luke Shaw is a surprise selection having not played for his club in over a month. Dean Henderson, out on loan at Nottingham Forest, is also recalled.
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Marcus Rashford's strong start to the season had led to hopes of a recall. But those were dashed after he suffered an injury meaning he misses United's Europa League clash with FC Sheriff on Thursday. The 24-year-old has not played for his country since the defeat by Italy in the Euro 2020 final. Fellow United colleague Jadon Sancho also misses out despite an encouraging start to the campaign.
As for City, the quintet of Kyle Walker, John Stones, Kalvin Phillips, Phil Foden and Jack Grealish all retain their squad spots.
Southgate's men will not play any friendlies before the first-ever winter staging of the World Cup in Qatar. England will contest the second game of the tournament when they face Iran in Al Rayyan on November 21.
England's 28-man squad to face Italy and Germany: Dean Henderson, Nick Pope, Aaron Ramsdale; Trent Alexander-Arnold, Ben Chilwell, Conor Coady, Eric Dier, Marc Guehi, Reece James, Harry Maguire, Luke
Copenhagen attacker Mohamed Daramy has insisted that his side will have to work extremely hard to cause an upset when they face off against Manchester City in the Champions League on Wednesday.
Former Manchester United defender Gary Neville has dismissed suggestions that Brazilian midfielder Casemiro should have started for Erik ten Hag's side against Manchester City on Sunday.
Erik ten Hag has slammed his Manchester United players for their abject performances in a 6-3 thrashing by Man City on Sunday afternoon. Hat-tricks from Erling Haaland and Phil Foden secured the three points for Pep Guardiola's side, as United netted twice late on to ease the extent of their hammering.
Manchester United fans have taken aim at Erik ten Hag's team selection after the Reds went behind early on against Manchester City at the Etihad.
Manchester City players must ignore any outside noise and focus on their individual roles in Sunday's derby with Manchester United.
Manchester United players have been pictured back at Carrington ahead of their derby clash against Man City this weekend. Erik ten Hag's side are in rejuvenated form heading into their first Manchester derby clash of the new season and will be hoping to keep that run going with another impressive performance.
When Riyad Mahrez scored Manchester City's fourth goal against Manchester United in March, the feeling amongst Reds supporters could hardly have been worse. The club, in the midst of a nightmare campaign, went out with a whimper against Pep Guardiola's side, despite starting the game in a positive manner.
Here are your Manchester United morning headlines on Thursday, September 29:
Luke Shaw says he has “accepted” why he has been dropped by Erik ten Hag and has vowed to be ready when called upon.
Luke Shaw has been hailed by Manchester United fans for scoring England’s first goal in their 3-3 Nations League draw with Germany on Monday evening.
Gareth Southgate has hinted that he will rely on his experienced players for England's World Cup squad rather than make too many changes in reaction to their poor form.
Manchested United are reportedly 'considering a move' for Tottenham's Harry Kane as a potential replacement for Cristiano Ronaldo.
Leeds United Director of Football Victor Orta has suggested that the club were 'powerless' in stopping Kalvin Phillips join Manchester City in the summer.
Manchester City Women lost their first game of the new WSL season after a thrilling 4-3 defeat to Aston Villa at Villa Park on Sunday.
Manchester United face a long wait between Premier League fixtures, with their next domestic assignment the small matter of a Manchester derby.
Here are your Manchester United evening headlines for Friday, September 16.
Erik ten Hag believes the partnership of Tyrell Malacia, Christian Eriksen and Jadon Sancho on the left wing is proving dangerous for Manchester United.