Published 03:24 IST, December 13th 2019

Solskjaer says 'proper rest' responsible for positive turn in results

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said that his decision to rest senior players of the first team in their match against Astana resulted in a positive turn of events

Reported by: Ruchit Rastogi
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Manchester United manr Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said that his decision to rest senior players of first team in ir 2-1 win over Astana on vember 28 is reason behind his team's impressive performances in past couple of matches. Solskjaer said that he was again thinking about fielding a young United side against AZ Alkmaar at Old Trafford on December 12.

'Club is headed in right direction'

rwegian said that when a team puts in effort and plays well, mood in dressing room and around club is automatically lifted. Solskjaer said that his team is a cohesive unit and has a lot of belief among m. manr said that he saw boys every day in training sessions, adding he was sure that club was headed in right direction.

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Solskjaer said that team plans on winning ir last UEFA Europa League match against AZ Alkmaar to help mselves have easier draws in later sts. He furr added that Red Devils should always try and win each match. manr also said that at United one has option of t being bored about winning at United and all those who do t care about winning, do t have a place in team.

With wins against Chelsea, Tottenham and Manchester City, Solskjaer said that he will never field a team that does t have a winning mentality as winning is a prerequisite to win silverware.

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Manchester United's tradition of fielding homegrown players

Manchester United will attempt to achieve a very important record for team when y play against Everton on December 15, when y field an academy graduate for 4000th time in ir matchday squad. United started fielding an academy player in ir matchday squad since 1937 and Solskjaer said that club will definitely go beyond mark of 4,000, adding that it is a tradition club is very proud of.

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manr added that Serbian Midfielder Nemanja Matic will be available for selection in ir match against AZ Alkmaar, adding that Paul Pogba will be sidelined for a few more weeks before he makes it back on field.

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McTominay is a Red Devil

Academy graduate Scott Mctominay has become a crucial part of team's midfield as Scottish player has showcased a lot of convincing displays in past few matches. His maturity and intelligence as a player have made it evident that he putting his heart and soul into game and is playing for crest on Manchester United shirt. Scott Mctominay has been a Manchester United player from start, joining club academy at of 9 and earning his place in first team through pure talent.

Manchester United next play against AZ Alkmaar at Old Trafford on December 12 in ir final Group L UEFA Europa League match. United will attempt to cement ir place at top with 13 points provided y beat Dutch team at atre of Dreams.

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(With inputs from ncies)

02:05 IST, December 13th 2019