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[Rhys Desmond @DesmondRhys]

Jesse Marsch could replace Flores with either Jayden Nelson or Ralph Priso and be totally justified in his call. Here is what we learned from Canada's 2-0 win over Uzbekistan. https://t.co/AoTfJAEgGb

[Rhys Desmond @DesmondRhys]

Canada might have only found a point against Bosnia, but Mexico and the U.S. enjoyed one of their best nights in World Cup history. Here are the standout performers from each host nation after the first round. https://t.co/Lsx1LFgNTR

[Rhys Desmond @DesmondRhys]

Anyone who can score 8 headed goals in a season is more than just strong in the air. This is all about Casemiro’s intelligence and movement. Here is why the Brazilian scores so many goals. https://t.co/yewDDpV1j6

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When Strasbourg stunned Mainz to advance to the semi-finals of the UEFA Conference League, they did so with an average age of 22.2 years. This is not just a feeder club to Chelsea, but one slowly developing in stature in their own right. https://t.co/k7kJ91dg4J

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With one of the highest wage bills in the league, relegation for Spurs would be one of the worst performances from a team in Premier League history. https://t.co/oOxp8JpA32

[Rhys Desmond @DesmondRhys]

When Norwich signed Ali Ahmed, they sat third-bottom of the Championship table. Now they’ve won five on the spin. With 4 goals and 3 assists in 12 matches, Norwich didn’t just sign a useful squad player; they signed their next star. https://t.co/BF7H8vPJ46

[Rhys Desmond @DesmondRhys]

Sebastian Berhalter’s performance against Portland was one of the strongest of any player in the MLS this season. It’s cementing what’s already been felt for awhile… https://t.co/fPDAjDgj20

[Rhys Desmond @DesmondRhys]

United have their joy back, and are winning matches for fun. Carrick and his coaching staff have created a team that are organized and tough to beat, fluid and exciting in attack, and importantly - absolutely together in everything they do.
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[Rhys Desmond @DesmondRhys]

Under Amorim, Sesko was asked to drop deep and facilitate. Under Michael Carrick, he’s been unleashed where he shines: inside the six-yard box. Now, he’s scoring goals for fun. Here is why Benjamin Sesko is United’s best striker in years.
https://t.co/nTLyQa5H4d

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Manchester United win again, and win again in style. Everyone at the club appears to be enjoying their football at the moment; and this is the most meaningful change since Carrick has come back to the club. https://t.co/aw9XkTGdLq

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@RealYorky Fantastic player… not worth £100 million+. No one is, really. But a fantastic player who will score and assist way more as he gets accustomed to the league.

[TheMastermindSite @mastermindsite]

Why do big clubs keep splashing the cash on one or two players when they could buy an entire eleven for the same price? @DesmondRhys analyzes how big clubs can avoid making these same mistakes, and why big money moves never work. https://t.co/YLI17PxxNv

[Rhys Desmond @DesmondRhys]

You know that old saying about the Premier League requiring an adjustment period? Hugo Ekitiké never got the memo. He’s perfectly personified the Liverpool way, instantly becoming one of their most important players. Here’s why Ekitiké has worked.
https://t.co/rVIWgkfPJO

[Rhys Desmond @DesmondRhys]

Casemiro proved again why he’ll be so difficult to replace with his performance against Fulham. Without him, United looked lost, conceded twice in ten minutes, and needed a last-gasp winner. https://t.co/Db11CdH9gO

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This man of the match performance from Casemiro against Fulham makes it all the more clear how difficult he will be to replace come the end of the season. https://t.co/gyT1Esz9nK

[Rhys Desmond @DesmondRhys]

For all that he offers as a leader and defensive presence, Casemiro won't be easy to replace. Despite that, I assess the best candidates for the job. Here is who should replace Casemiro at United, and why it's not the easiest task to complete. https://t.co/8QhNazI8Pu

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Anderson, Wharton, Locatelli or someone else? Who should replace Casemiro at Manchester United? We assess the data behind the move. https://t.co/oANrSr35zL

[Rhys Desmond @DesmondRhys]

Carrick's unbeaten run in charge of United continues, with an evidently clear ability to score goals from anywhere, at any time, through anyone. Here is why United's attacking depth bested Arsenal's control. https://t.co/bdFWvJ7OwQ

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Manchester United win again! Arsenal may have controlled the match, but Carrick’s team always looked likely to win, with their array of attacking talent on display. https://t.co/oJn6gtrH7S

[Rhys Desmond @DesmondRhys]

It’s no secret that 100 million pound players rarely work. So why do big clubs keep on making the same mistake? Here’s why so many big signings fail in the Premier League, and what clubs should prioritize instead. https://t.co/u9QelfCmwG