Dan Gore reaction to Harry Maguire and other Manchester United moments missed vs Athletic Bilbao

Manchester United's fringe players ended pre-season with a 1-1 draw against Athletic Bilbao in Dublin's Aviva Stadium.

The Reds picked a strong side on Saturday against Lens at Old Trafford, suggesting Erik ten Hag would pick a weaker side in the Republic of Ireland. This proved to be the case as many of United's first-team stars stayed in the UK while the back-up options and youngsters were given a chance to impress their manager one final time before the season opener against Wolverhampton Wanderers.

One player who failed to do so was Harry Maguire. Just before the half-hour mark, it was his misplaced pass that led to the only goal of the first half as Nico Williams chipped Tom Heaton.

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After the break the friendly went up a notch when Aitor Paredes was sent off for blocking Hannibal Mejbri from getting through on goal. Deep into stoppage time Facundo Pellistri took advantage to score following a knockdown by Maguire who made amends for his earlier error.

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Despite being one of the junior members of the United squad, Dan Gore was not afraid to make his case for a regular place in the matchday squad. Before his mistake which led to the goal, Maguire had failed to move for a pass and the teenage central midfielder was quick to tell the former captain his thoughts.

While only a small moment, it did show Gore's confidence with his position in the United squad to call out a senior player. He will be hoping to play a bigger part in the upcoming season.

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