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📢 Jamie Carragher on Harry Maguire's World Cup Omission: Dropping Harry Maguire makes a lot of sense for Thomas Tuchel if the goal is building a dynamic, high-form defence for the 2026 World Cup. At 33, Maguire has been a loyal servant with tons of caps and leadership, but the current crop of England centre-backs and full-backs offers fresher legs, better mobility, and stronger recent club form. Tuchel seems to be prioritising pace, ball-playing ability, and consistency over pure experience. Maguire has had a solid resurgence at Manchester United, but England has genuine depth and players hitting peak form. International football at a World Cup demands athletes who can cover ground, recover quickly, and handle high-pressing systems — areas where younger or in-form options have the edge. Tuchel's selections lean into that, and it's a bold but logical call for a squad aiming to go deep in the tournament. Don't get me wrong, Maguire's been a warrior for England and deserves respect for his comeback at United. But at 33, with the tournament's intensity, Tuchel is spot on to go with defenders in red-hot form who bring mobility and composure. Look at the centre-back options he's got: Marc Guéhi leading from the back with ice in his veins, Ezri Konsa dominating duels at Villa, John Stones (when fit) for that silky distribution. Maguire's leadership is valuable, but this squad has depth and momentum heading into games against Croatia, Ghana, and Panama. Tuchel is building for the present and future — this could be England's best shot in years.

@Chiefofbridge Calum gets it. Cole is a generational talent who's already shown he can produce magic at the highest level. Tuchel's loss will be our gain — watch him come back hungrier and tear up the Premier League next season. Special player, special future.

📢| Calum McFarlane on Palmer being left out of the England squad: "The decision to leave Cole Palmer out of the England squad rests entirely with the manager, and I respect that-it's not my place to question it. That said, I have complete belief in Cole. He's a special talent - a player with ice in his veins and magic in his boots. His finishing is world-class, and he's shown it time and time again. One difficult season doesn't define a player of his quality. Cole is an outstanding young footballer with a bright future ahead of him. The England management clearly have their reasons, and we'll trust their judgment. But this is far from the end of the story. This is the moment for Palmer to lock in, stay hungry, and come back stronger. Sometimes a setback like this becomes the fuel for greatness. I have no doubt he'll use it as motivation and return even better - both for club and country."

@ChinoUTD Bro thought he signed the next Zidane but got Slim Shady doing 8 Mile on the Bernabeu pitch instead. 😂 Mourinho clocked the bleached hair and lost it. Classic Special One paranoia"

@ChinoUTD Lmao Vidić really out here doing free PR for a player we'll probably end up stealing in January anyway Keep dreaming United"

🚨 Vidic on why Manchester United must make a statement signing now: “There’s a thing called a statement signing. The perfect time to do it? When your rivals are wobbling and you’re building momentum. Look at City….Pep leaving creates big uncertainty. Liverpool.. spent heavy last summer, still dropped off, and now Salah’s leaving. Chelsea… chaotic if you ask me. Right now, only United and Arsenal look stable and more ambitious. Arsenal showed what a statement signing does.…Declan Rice won them the league. United’s statement signing is right there: Elliot Anderson. If we’re serious about getting back to the top… we cannot let our rivals hijack this one.”

📣🎙️Xabi Alonso Emotional Tribute to Pep Guardiola: Playing under Pep Guardiola was one of the greatest opportunities of my life. I never saw myself becoming a coach one day, but everything changed when I played for him. My whole mindset shifted. The major difference with Pep is the way he thinks. He doesn’t talk or behave like other coaches. He observes everything. I remember many nights when he stayed back at the office long after everyone had gone. One day I followed him and saw him standing in front of the board, talking to himself. I was scared at first, but he told me to sit down. That moment changed me - not just as a player, but as a leader who has no choice but to win. You see it in every player who worked under him - Vincent Kompany at Bayern, Mikel Arteta at Arsenal, Enzo Maresca.… they all carry the same secret. They learned from the master. I could say before saying yes to Chelsea, I was actually expecting his call to come and take over from him thats why i delayed. But nobody knows what’s in Pep’s mind (laughs). Who wouldn’t want to continue what he has built? A lot of people compare him with Sir Alex Ferguson, but for me, everyone has their own preference. Look at Manchester city today!. Pep Guardiola is the greatest.

🎙️ Rio Ferdinand on Marcus Rashford leaving Manchester United out of his World Cup message: “Manchester United fans are going to lose their minds over this, but if you really look at it from Rashford’s perspective, you can understand why he feels that way. For years, every time United struggled, people pointed at Rashford first, as if he was the only player responsible for everything going wrong at the club. I still believe Rashford loves Manchester United, but maybe he no longer feels connected to certain people around the club or the way he was treated during difficult moments. There’s a difference between loving the badge and feeling supported by the environment around you. People forget what this lad has done for Manchester United. He scored massive goals in important games, helped the club through some really difficult periods, won trophies, and carried huge pressure from a young age. At times, he was expected to save the team almost every week, and when things went wrong, he became the easiest target for criticism. When Rashford speaks positively about the people or clubs that supported him during hard moments, I don’t think it’s about disrespecting United. It’s probably more about remembering who stood by him when confidence was low and the pressure was at its highest. At the end of the day, footballers are human beings. If someone feels constantly criticised, unappreciated, or blamed for years, of course it’s going to affect how they feel emotionally. United fans can disagree with his actions, but they should also reflect on the way he was treated before judging him too harshly.”

@bigfellasnr Easy bro 🤣😜

@FluxCFC That idiot sat on the bench for most of his time at Villa.we don’t want him back at United he can stay where he is.

🔴 Jadon Sancho Drops Truth Bomb on Manchester United Return 👀 "I don't see myself going back to Manchester United. I feel at home here at Aston Villa. The winning mentality is completely different. Helping this team win the Europa League and secure a Champions League spot is everything to me right now." — Jadon Sancho 🔥 After everything that went down at Old Trafford, it looks like Sancho has fully turned the page. No drama, no shade… just a player who’s found peace, purpose, and a project that actually values him. At Villa, he’s smiling again, linking up brilliantly, and looking like the player we all fell in love with at Dortmund. United fans, does this surprise you? Or did you already see this coming after how things ended? Some will say “good riddance,” others might still hold hope for a miracle return in the future. But right now, Sancho seems laser-focused on writing a new chapter in claret and blue. What do you think? Should United even try to bring him back one day, or should they let him thrive where he’s happy?

@tuitionfreewld Very well

@FluxCFC They should buy him. End of story.

@WogambulaJ Lol you think?

@FluxCFC But who wants Sancho at our united??.I think even Aston Villa itself won't sign him permanently because it needs more serious players than him.Guess he's going back to Dortmund!

@Chiefofbridge If 20 PL assist was easy, it won't be just 3 players that will have that in a season

@FluxCFC I don't see anything important he did for real Just a normal player

📢Bruno Fernandes on 20 PL record Assist: What a season this has been, Red Devils. From the first whistle to now, with just one game remaining, I find myself tied at the top of the Premier League assist charts with two absolute legends — Kevin De Bruyne and Thierry Henry. 20 assists each. Three names. One record. But this story doesn’t end in a tie. I’ve always said I play for the badge, for the fans, and for moments like this. On Sunday against Brighton, I’m stepping onto that pitch with one clear mission: deliver that record-breaking assist. I don’t know if it’ll be a pinpoint cross, a clever through ball, or something magical in the final third… but it’s happening. Mark my words. When that final whistle blows at the Amex, there will be only one KING 👑 sitting alone at the top of the Premier League assist record. This isn’t just about numbers, it’s about legacy. It’s about showing the world what Manchester United and this team are built for. We fight until the end.

@City_Dren Trophies will come

@FluxCFC Bsck it up with Trophies

@OmebijeDaniel2 Well said 👏

@FluxCFC Maybe we should be employing people that should be making some of these guys happy, right? United valued Sancho, that's why they coughed out that huge amount for him, I don't think he respected that. I don't know whatever he's battling personally, but professionalism demands...

@hesbam But he was in the squad

@FluxCFC Someone that is not even in starting XI, Lmao

@Chiefofbridge Turning Hato into a beast like he did with Grimaldo and Frimpong will be a great think to watch

@FluxCFC He's going to cook with hato definitely

📢| Alonso’s Reaction on Working with Hato: "Look, we aren’t really supposed to be talking about these things yet, but when you watch Jurrien Hato play, you immediately see a true beast. The boy is special. Take the game against Manchester City- that was pure beast mode. His defending was so solid, he owned the space, read the game perfectly, and made everything look easy. Then you watch him against Crystal Palace and you’re just sitting there going ‘wow… wow’. What a player. The confidence, the timing, the quality on the ball-it’s all there. That’s why I’m definitely working with him. No doubt. Hato is the definition of a modern defender who still carries that ancient warrior spirit. He has the physicality and aggression of the old-school centre-backs, but with the technical ability, ball-playing skills and tactical intelligence that today’s game demands. He can defend one-on-one, step into midfield, switch play, and dominate aerial duels. He’s complete. I see huge potential in him and I’m very excited to work with a talent like this. We’re going to develop him even further and make him one of the best in Europe. This is the kind of player you build a team around."

@BatengaDav38128 Sorry 😂

@FluxCFC He's just a flop only showing up on a winning day, I had even anger on that guy while at our team chelsea.

@PrinceBizzle18 You simply don't watch their games

@FluxCFC I haven't seen him play any games for aston villa or he has been a ghost on the field

@JosephAura8 😂😂😂

@FluxCFC Did you just say no drama aaaaaah!

@City_Dren Bruno really out here choosing the United grind over Saudi bags for the CR7 reunion vibes. Legend behavior."

📣🎙️Bruno Fernandes Explains Why He Rejected Saudi Arabia Move to Join Ronaldo: It was one of the hardest decisions I’ve had to make in my career, but I had to put my future first. When Cristiano wanted to return to England, he called me and said it had to be Manchester United because I was there. That made me really happy - he has always been like a big brother to me. While we were playing together at United, it was fantastic. Then the situation with the coach came up and he decided to leave. He privately told me to follow him. I was shocked. I went home and discussed it with my family. I didn’t want to let him down or damage our friendship, but I had to be honest with him. He was very cool about it, which surprised me. A few weeks later, Saudi clubs contacted my agent, but I gave them the same answer. Playing alongside Cristiano, especially as a midfielder, is something special. It gives you so much joy because he converts nearly every chance and always returns the favour with assists. Maybe my assist record would have been broken if he had stayed (laughs). He is a great player we all look up to. I’m happy he won the league and I’m looking forward to winning the World Cup with him and my brothers in the Portugal team.