Sunderland vs MUFC U21s - EFL Trophy
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In the latest episode of the United Hour Podcast, Nik and Imran hold a long overdue conversation about United's awful league form with 1 win in 7. They discuss a disappointing draw at Bournemouth, a not so disappointing draw against Liverpool and a crushing defeat at Chelsea - Is time nearly over for Erik Ten Hag?
Then in a special second half of the pod, Nik welcomes Natalie ( https://twitter.com/natalie_17) to discuss the fortunes of Manchester United Women as they booked a place in the FA Cup Final after a historic first ever win vs. Chelsea.
Does anyone have an idea of where Mateo Mejia is? Seems to be amongst the players that have mysteriously disappeared
Savage and Mee looking a bit nervous tonight, team in general has picked up in the last 10 minutes though.
Two up front for United isn't really working.
Can't hold possession in the middle and it seems none of our teams can coordinate an effective press.
Can't hold possession in the middle and it seems none of our teams can coordinate an effective press.
Where can I watch guys?
Hit the other post now and ending the half strongly.
Poor team performance so far. McNeill and Hugill have not had great starts to their seasons and both look kind of lost today - can't hold off an opponent, can't run in the channels, can't press. Better in the end but United should win this comfortably considering the team Sunderland has put out there.
1-0 Sunderland
Poor play by Hugill with a sloppy backpass which led to the goal
Iqbal equalises bangs one in top bins
1-1
1-1
Fantastic strike from Zidane Iqbal. Been very impressed with him so far.
What a goal
Goal Sunderland
2-1
2-1
Been a competitive second half, Sunderland been good value for 2 goals if I'm being honest.
I hope with age and experience Fernandez's defensive ability improves, he's generally a fantastic footballer but the defensive side of his game could hold him back when stepping up to senior level. Not that he's done much wrong tonight, mind.
Norkett and Forson coming on.
Norkett and Forson coming on.
Not seeing much in Savage if I'm honest. Hardley looks like he pairs up with Lindelof for heading practice.
Thought Mather looks like he'll be a tidy player.
Poor goal to concede but overall thought we looked quite positive, was a decent watch.
Thought Mather looks like he'll be a tidy player.
Poor goal to concede but overall thought we looked quite positive, was a decent watch.
How McShane doing? Heard good things about this lad
They'll be lucky if they make it as professionals. Both were semi-hyped last season but that was because they were one of the older ones in the U18 and therefore had it easier.
I don't agree with the positive performance. I thought United was really poor again. No control in midfield, no balance in the team and keep giving away goals. United faced a League One's U21 team...
I agree, but that felt like Neil Woods fault, rather than the team out there. Maybe point a few fingers at the attackers, but I've tried to temper my criticism as I didn't think the team had any real protection through the middle.
We are using it as experience, and while I agree we could/should have done better (certainly on chances created), Wood was trying a different formation in 442 which left Savage and Iqbal isolated in midfield at times. Hugill and McNeil both had off nights...it happens and having never played in a front two before they will learn from that. If they took their chances we could have won 5-2 or 6-2. That's football.
Iqbal showed quality all night and deserved his goal.
Mather, Norkett and Forson were all playing U/16 football last season so some good experience for those three as well.
Iqbal showed quality all night and deserved his goal.
Mather, Norkett and Forson were all playing U/16 football last season so some good experience for those three as well.
Is he on a jolly up!!
What in heaven’s name is going on there. Had to check Insta to see if he had a junior.
At this rate he will be partnering Lindelof
It’s true. He best not get sent off.