Thursday Briefing: A big response is required

The Reds have shown a commendable ability to bounce back from defeats during the Norwegian’s reign as boss and that collective spirit is required against Pep Guardiola’s Blues at Old Trafford. Solskjaer was quick to turn his attention to the derby when speaking on Tuesday night and club captain Harry Maguire echoed his sentiment, describing this as the

“perfect”match to move on to.

Despite the frustration in Europe, United are actually on a positive run of form in the Premier League after recording four successive wins and currently sit above City in the table by a solitary point. A victory in M16 on Saturday evening would enhance that gap to four points and ensure we are Manchester’s…