Published 12:54 IST, March 6th 2020

Harry Maguire doubtful for Manchester derby as defender struggles with injury: Report

Manchester United defender Harry Maguire is likely to be missing from the squad to play against Manchester City in the derby clash on Sunday, March 8.

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Manchester United have been caught in a dilemma as club are facing several injury issues ahead of ir match against Manchester City. According to reports in England, defender Harry Maguire is doubtful for Manchester derby clash which is to be played on Sunday at Old Trafford. club are also without midfielder Paul Pogba and striker Marcus Rashford due to ir respective injuries.

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Man United news: Harry Maguire doubtful for Manchester derby

Man United defender Harry Maguire was left out of squad to play against Derby County. player was left disappointed after being left out and expressed his anguish on Twitter. He had also asserted that he was working hard to return back to squad as soon as he could.

Harry Maguire doubtful for Manchester derby: Defender misses  derby in January

Harry Maguire had missed derby clash against City in January as well. Man United were defeated by City 3-1 back n. In his absence, Ole Gunnar Solsjaer mand with likes of Victor Lindelof and Eric Bailly. 

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Man United news: Luke Shaw, Odion Ighalo score against Derby County

Man United defeated Derby County in fifth round of FA Cup on Thursday (Friday according to IST). Luke Shaw scored in 33rd minute of game. After that, a brace from striker Odion Ighalo sealed things for United. Solksjaer would be looking to secure a victory in derby in order to secure a spot in top four of Premier League. A finish in top four would ensure qualification for United in Champions League next season.

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Harry Maguire doubtful for Manchester derby: Match to be played on Sunday

Man City are currently placed second on Premier League points table. Pep Guardiola’s side have bagged 57 points in 27 games. On or hand, Man United are currently placed fifth with 42 points to ir credit. Manchester derby will be played on Sunday, March 8 at 10 PM (IST).

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12:54 IST, March 6th 2020