Solskjaer Names 2 Players Man United Missed During Leicester Thrashing

• Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has suggested the absence of Fred and Edison Cavani during the Leicester trip had a bearing on the outcome of the clash
• The two were left out of the team after being involved in the World Cup qualifiers with their respective countries on Friday, October 15
• The Foxes stunned United 4-2 at home, with Jamie Vardy and Ptson Daka scoring late to steer Brendan Rodgers' men to victory

Man United boss Ole Gunnar has sensationally claimed the side missed the services of midfielder Fred and Edinson Cavani during their 4-2 humbling against Leicester City.

Fred, who has been a mainstay figure in the United team missed the King Power Stadium trip after featuring in Brazil's World Cup qualifier against Uruguay earlier on Friday, October 14.

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While the Brazilian has often come under sharp criticism from fans due to his performances, Solskjaer contends his absence had a bearing in the Red Devils' disappointing performance away from home.

Speaking after the encounter, the Norwegian added his side missed Edison Cavani who was also involved in the Uruguay fixture.

"I have got many good players. Fred, Edinson Cavani, you miss them. I am not making excuses for the team I put out there, they are top footballers and we have not produced," he said.

Solskjaer made five changes from the side that was held to a frustrating 1-1 draw by Everton before the international break during the King Power Stadium trip.

However, the new-look team was unable to contain a resilient Leicester who sprung into action shortly after Mason Greenwood handed the visitors the deal before the 20th-minute mark.

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Youri Tielemans cancelled out Greenwood's opener in the 31st minute before Caglar Soyuncu handing the home side the lead in the 78th minute.

Returning Marcus Rashford appeared to have snatched a point for the Red Devils, only for Jamie Vardy and Patson Daka to score late to steer the Foxes to victory.

Pogba slams Man United stars

Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported Paul Pogba has taken issue with his teammates' performance following Man United's 4-2 defeat to Leicester.

Pogba noted United have been making common mistakes in recent fixtures, underscoring the need for the team to change tact.

The Frenchman now believes finding the right mentality and tactic will be key to them securing favourable results going forward.

Source: YEN.com.gh