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Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag explains Casemiro substitution and criticises two players

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Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag said he wanted "more football" by introducing Christian Eriksen for Casemiro against Brentford.

The sluggish Casemiro produced his worst performance for United and was replaced by Eriksen at half-time with Brentford 1-0 up.

After an excellent 2022-23 campaign, Casemiro has struggled all season and his position in the team is now in doubt after his interval removal. Read more: United player ratings vs Brentford Read more: United pay the ultimate homage to Sir Alex Ferguson in comeback win "I wanted more football," Ten Hag said, "one who brings passing, distribution, link-up play.

So I thought bring Christian Eriksen for Case." Substitute Scott McTominay scored in the 93rd and 97th minute to secure a euphoric comeback victory for United and prevent a third successive defeat at Old Trafford.

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