Man United Dressing Room Talks After Porto Thriller: Why Marcus Rashford Was Subbed at Half-Time
Manchester United’s 3-3 draw with Porto in the Europa League left the team facing tough questions in the dressing room.
Goals from Marcus Rashford and Rasmus Højlund had given United a comfortable 2-0 lead, but defensive frailties allowed Porto to mount a comeback, with the Portuguese side taking a 3-2 lead just minutes into the second half.
Harry Maguire’s last-minute equalizer salvaged a point, but the result still piled pressure on Erik ten Hag as the club’s form remains inconsistent.
Speaking after the match, Maguire revealed that frank conversations took place in the dressing room between players, staff, and the manager about their defensive lapses.
One key talking point from the game was Marcus Rashford’s halftime substitution. While Rashford scored a vital goal, he was replaced at the break due to tactical changes as United struggled defensively, although reports suggest that he may have also felt a slight physical issue.
As United now prepare for a crucial Premier League clash against Aston Villa, the team knows it must address its vulnerability when leading in games if they are to turn their season around.
Man United Dressing Room Talks After Porto Thriller: Why Marcus Rashford Was Subbed at Half-Time
