Manchester United could count themselves unlucky to not start the season with a victory as they lost the Community Shield final to Manchester City on penalties. Erik ten Hag’s men put up a great display and had arguably the best chances of the game but were left to rue their profligacy. A key man in the buildup of United’s attack was unexpectedly their defensive midfielder, as Casemiro’s slick one-twos and rapid thinking fashioned clear-cut chances. He grew into the game and even showed glimpses of his debut season self in the second half as he performed the role of a traditional defensive mid…
