Manuel Ugarte
MUNUruguay
Right
Apr 11, 2001
24
6'0"
170 lb
CM
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Ball-Winning Midfielder
Man UtdBreaks-up play in win
Ugarte had six tackles (three won), three clearances and two interceptions in Friday's 1-0 victory over Newcastle United.
Analysis: Ugarte led the Manchester United defensive effort Friday with six tackles (three won) as they earned a hard-fought 1-0 win over Newcastle United. The veteran holding mindfielder also made two interceptions and three clearances across his 90-minute shift, earning a clean sheet. Friday's inclusion in the starting XI marked the first time this season Ugarte has featured in successive league fixtures.
Limited option early
Ugarte came off the bench in both of the first two Premier League matches.
Analysis: Ugarte has started the opening two matches of the season on the bench, clearly behind Casemiro in the pecking order. The midfielder seems to have moved ahead of Kobbe Mainoo in the XI, as both started during Wednesday's Carabao Cup clash with Grimsby Town. Ugarte will likely rotate with Casemiro as the schedule gets busier, though United don't have European competition to worry about.
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