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3 things Man Utd need to avoid another thrashing at Liverpool

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There was little indication that Manchester United would succumb to the historic defeat they were subject to at Anfield in March 2023. After an early bump or two, 2022/23 had been a campaign of prosperity for the Red Devils with a slick Dutchman at the helm. Erik ten Hag had claimed silverware in year one following a 2-0 victory over Newcastle United in the Carabao Cup final, but things just haven't been the same since that chastening beatdown at the hands of their most bitter rivals. A strong end to the Premier League season ensured United's Champions League qualification, but Ten Hag's side have already meekly bowed out of the com Pet ition ahead of their first return to Anfield since the 7-0 defeat. Many would've fancied United to upset the odds on their last visit to Liverpool's home, but a combination of indifferent form, an ever-increasing injury list, and Bruno Fernandes' suspension means we're all just wonderig how many the Red Devils will lose b...

Jeremy Doku reacts to five goal involvements in Bournemouth thrashing

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Jeremy Doku praised his teammates for being "so easy" to play alongside after Manchester City's 6-1 thrashing of Bournemouth on Saturday. Belgium international Doku was the standout performer in the Cityzens' obliteration of the Cherries, totting up a whopping five goal involvements with four assists and the opening strike of the contest. City have now scored more goals than any other team in the Premier League this season, sitting ahead of the likes of Aston Villa, Newcastle, Arsenal, Liverpool and Tottenham, and Doku said his role in the team is made straightforward by the talent of his colleagues at the Etihad. He said: "I'm very proud but in this team it is so easy because there is a lot of movement. "Everybody is top and when you play with top players it is easy to find the right pass, to find the right time to do something. "Honestly, I knew when I had to go, I found the right balance and I think that was the most important. "It was a g...