As had been previously reported yesterday, Anthony Martial was left behind for the trip to LASK Linz as he’s nursing a laceration in his shin. The bad cut occurred in his collision with the post during the 2-0 win Manchester derby this past Sunday. He’s out of commission for tonight’s match, but he could be ready for the next one, Sunday at Tottenham Hotspur.
That is provided of course, the Premier League still goes on as scheduled, and at this point, no one really knows if it will or not. The other main fitness/injury news for United also concerns a French international, as Paul Pogba could be available for selection in the FA Cup quarterfinal against Norwich City on March 22. Again provided football is still taking place at that time.
Pogba, stricken with ankle injuries all season long, has only made eight domestic and two European appearances this season.
“Anthony hurt himself when slid into post so he’s not ready,” United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said of Martial.
“Hopefully he’ll be ready for Sunday [against Tottenham] but not sure. Paul is getting closer — he’s not trained with the team fully yet but by next week he’ll be back.”
Manchester United at LASK Linz Europa League Round of 16 Leg 1/2 FYIs
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Kickoff: 7:30 BST, March 12, Linzer Stadion
TV: BT Sport 2
Official: Artur Dias
Prediction: United 2, LASK Linz 0
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