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Erik ten Hag has explained his somewhat surprising decision to field Tyrell Malacia at left-back for Manchester United’s clash with Fulham and believes the Dutchman is well-equipped to contain Willian.
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The Red Devils travelled to Craven Cottage on Sunday afternoon without the suspended Diogo Dalot – who has been in excellent form this season – while Aaron Wan-Bissaka remains sidelined.
There had been suggestions that Victor Lindelof might be picked to play at right-back, but Ten Hag feels usual left-back Malacia has enough practice in the role and matches up nicely against Fulham left winger Willian.