Olly Murs says Manchester United ‘missed Paul Pogba big time’ in derby defeat as pop star joins talkSPORT

Olly Murs says Manchester United ‘missed Paul Pogba big time’ in derby defeat as pop star joins talkSPORT
Paul Pogba’s absence cost Manchester United dearly in Sunday’s Manchester derby, according to pop superstar and Red Devils fan Olly Murs.Pogba, the midfielder, was forced to sit out the Etihad clash with an injury, and he had to watch from the sidelines as City secured a convincing 3-1 defeat of their local rivals.2

The latest clash between Pep Guardiola and Jose Mourinho ended in victory for the City boss

David Silva and Sergio Aguero put the hosts in control before Anthony Martial converted a penalty to hand United hope they could rescue a point in the final half-hour. However, Ilkay Gundogan netted City’s third in the final minutes after a brilliant team move to put the result beyond all doubt.The result returned City to the top of the Premier League table and opened up a 12-point gap between Pep Guardiola’s side and Jose Mourinho’s United.City were considered favourites for the match prior to kick-off, and losing Pogba – widely regarded as United’s best outfield player – increased their chances of victory even further.2

Pogba was forced to miss the derby through injury

And, after the result proved United’s pre-match worries were correct, Olly Murs feels Pogba was a huge loss for the Red Devils.Pop superstar Murs is a famous Man United fan, and he joined talkSPORT to discuss his disappointment with Sunday’s result.He told the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast: “When you look at the team yesterday, I mean our starting XI against City’s…“We missed Pogba big time, and people won’t be mentioning that today. “I think we definitely missed that bit of quality in midfield yesterday; people forget we went there last season and were 2-0 down at half-time but managed to claw it back to 3-2 and Pogba was a massive part of that.“When I looked at the midfield yesterday we had [Nemanja] Matic, [Marouane] Fellaini and [Ander] Herrera.“When you compare that to the midfield they had…“We missed Paul yesterday massively, it was a big loss for us.“In the big games against the big teams you need to have your biggest players.”While Murs – who watched the match while rehearsing for his performance on Sunday’s X Factor – had few words of praise of United’s midfield, he could not stop himself raving about one of City’s stars in the centre of the park.He continued: “Fernandinho… Jesus, that guy! He is phenomenal.“It pains me to say it, but he was everywhere yesterday. He is a massive part of that team and was massive yesterday.”

---

Tottenham Hotspur news: Ossie Ardiles lauds Mauricio

---

ASTON VILLA are interested in bringing Gary Cahill back for a reunion with ex-Chelsea team-mate John Terry. Cahill, 33, is available on a free transfer and Dean Smith will consider landing the veteran for the Villans' return to the Premier League.
Aston Villa want to reunite Chelsea outcast Gary Cahill with
celebritywshow.com/sport/aston-villa-want-to-reunite-chelsea-outcast-gary-cahill-with-john-terry-on-free-transfer-after-premier-league-promotion/
ASTON VILLA are interested in bringing Gary Cahill back for a reunion with ex-Chelsea team-mate John Terry. Cahill, 33, is available on a free transfer and Dean Smith will consider landing the veteran for the Villans' return to the Premier
Aston Villa seeking summer capture of Gary Cahill

---

Sport > Football > Premier League Premier League: Crystal Palace v Tottenham Hotspur match preview. A look ahead to this weekend's Premier League fixture at Selhurst Park
The Palace Preview: Tottenham Hotspur - News - cpfc.co.uk

---

Ex-Arsenal star Perry Groves wouldn't be surprised if a trade with Paris Saint-Germain involving Mesut Ozil and Adrien Rabiot goes ahead. Despite Unai Emery's claims that Ozil has a future at Arsenal, it appears to have done little to ease the speculation surrounding the German playmaker.
Former Gunner reckons PSG will make a move for Arsenal star

---

Danny Welbeck "broke something in his ankle" during Arsenal's Europa League draw with Sporting Lisbon on Thursday, according to head coach Unai Emery. Following the match, which ended 0-0, Emery
Danny Welbeck suffers 'ankle break' injury in Arsenal's

---

Reported West Ham target Maxi Gomez has been spoken about fondly by Barcelona star Luis Suarez recently. In an interview with Mundo Deportivo (1 st February, page 3), the Barça number nine praised his fellow Uruguayan forward. This has been a common tactic in the past with Barcelona.
West Ham could target striker Maxi Gomez again - and get him

---

'HE'S OUR HERO' Raheem Sterling: Headteacher of Ark Elvin Academy issues thank you to Manchester City star for buying students tickets for FA Cup tie
~ Raheem Sterling: Headteacher of Ark Elvin Academy issues

---

Feb 18, 2019 · The FA Cup might be Chelsea and Man United's best chance to win a trophy this season. FA Cup: Chelsea, Man Utd set to battle for last QF place - ProSoccerTalk
FA Cup round-up: Everton make hard work of it to see off Lincoln

---

Keep up to date with the latest Tottenham Hotspur news, features and exclusives from football.london via our free WhatsApp service.. Text NEWS to 07776197989 and then add the number to your phone contacts book as spurs dot london (case sensitive, with spaces) to receive daily updates and breaking news from Alasdair Gold and the team on Spurs.
Sissoko, Trippier, Eriksen, Lloris, Lamela - Every Spurs

---

Hales misses Notts win over Lancs for 'personal reasons' Leeds United 1-2 Wigan Athletic: 10-man Latics stun promotion-hunting Whites Wheels24.co.za | Malaysia could return to F1 calendar in 2022 Mark McCafferty: Outgoing Premiership boss says global club matches will happen
Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino clears up rumour he was

---

Championship fixtures: Super computer predicts EVERY result TODAY - Leeds and Villa win LEEDS and Aston Villa are both set for three points in the Championship today if the super computer is

---