Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has instructed Marcus Rashford he has to make a “big impact” towards Liverpool on Sunday afternoon.
The Red Devils welcome Jurgen Klopp’s aspect to Old Trafford searching to maintain their faint hopes of Champions League qualification alive. The recreation ought to additionally blow the title race extensive open, as if United do take factors off of Liverpool, the end result will be celebrated by local opponents Manchester City as nicely as Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal, who are both gunning for the crown.
Rashford used to be dropped to the bench for United’s remaining league outing, but has back to the beginning lineup and been advised what he need to do to justify that decision.
Ahead of kick-off, Ten Hag explained: “Today, Rashford has to exhibit it, especially against Liverpool. That’s a recreation for him. He is one of our leaders and he have to have a massive influence today.”Rashford’s place in the beginning line-up might also come as a surprise to some, given Antony has started out to exhibit signs of a turnaround in form. Ten Hag further justified his selection, adding: “Sure, but we want desirable pressing.
“That is the demand from the frontline, Antony went a long way in his physical outputs on Thursday and to do that many times when you are not used to it, that is one reason.
“The other thing, it’s a big opportunity for Marcus. A massive game, he make the distinction with his qualities. He has to be having a massive have an impact on on this game.”
