The countdown to the Premier League's return is well and truly on with Manchester United just two days away from taking to the pitch against Southampton.
Erik ten Hag is in desperate need of a strong showing on the south coast, given his side have already lost two Premier League matches so far this term.
They start the weekend down in 14th but could find themselves inside the bottom three by Sunday night, depending on how other results play out.
Alternatively, a win might be just what the Red Devils need to kick start their season and start climbing back up the Premier League table.
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And ahead of the Premier League's return this weekend, Express Sport brings you all the latest Man United news and stories.
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Man Utd told the best time to get rid of Erik ten Hag was two weeks ago
Man United will have to sack Erik ten Hag this season if they're to achieve any of their goals.
That's according to the majority of Express Sport readers, who voted in favour of INEOS pulling the plug on the Dutch manager.
Over 55 per cent of those who voted believe Ten Hag should've gone following United's humiliating 3-0 defeat at home to Liverpool.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS verdict given
Manchester United women's boss Marc Skinner has issued a glowing review of INEOS ahead of the new Women's Super League season.
Speaking to The Telegraph, Skinner said: “Dan Ashworth [sporting director] and Omar Berrada [CEO] have been fantastic and have both come in with real energy to speak to the group.
"I cannot tell you how personable and authentic those conversations were. They genuinely love women’s football and have a real burning ambition for it to be in the forefront of their direction.”
United kick their WSL campaign off on September 21 at home to West Ham United.
Cristiano Ronaldo shown up by Erik ten Hag comments
Cristiano Ronaldo has been left red-faced after commenting on Erik ten Hag's ambition as Man United boss.
During an interview with Rio Ferdinand, the Portuguese ace said: "The coach [Erik ten Hag] says they cannot compete to win the League and Champions League.
“As Manchester United coach, you cannot say that you’re not going to fight to win the Premier League or Champions League."
However, speaking ahead of the Premier League season in August, Ten Hag commented: "With the two trophies we won more than any other club, apart from City, in England.
“We are confident, we have a good team, we have a good squad. We have to be more consistent and we want to win every competition in which we are taking part, definitely also the Premier League.”
Good morning and happy Thursday!
Just two more days until the Premier League action returns... stick in there all!
It's been a long international break but we're almost there.
And the good news for those Man United fans struggling to wait to watch Erik ten Hag's men, the Red Devils are first up.
Southampton await in the midday kick-off this Saturday afternoon.
