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PAUL SCHOLES DELIVERS BRUTAL VERDICT ON THREE UNITED PLAYERS AHEAD LIVERPOOL GAME

Man Utd legend Paul Scholes says Harry Maguire, Luke Shaw, and Casemiro are no longer physically capable of handling the Premier League's demands, claiming they lack the required speed and strength.

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Harry Maguire, Luke Shaw, and Casemiro have all been under fire from Manchester United icon Paul Scholes, who has stated that they are no longer capable of handling the physical demands of the Premier League.

The former United midfielder-turned-pundit asserts that none of the three are powerful or quick enough and that they have fallen to a level below what is necessary.

Thomas Tuchel's England team for the October internationals did not include either Maguire, 32, or Shaw, 30, while Real Madrid legend Casemiro, 33, has had fitness issues ever since he moved to Manchester.

"Shaw, Maguire, and Casemiro have all been fantastic players, but they are at a point in their careers where you get discovered in the Premier League if you are not physically talented enough," Scholes stated in an interview with The Times.

"They lack the strength, speed, and athleticism necessary for their bodies. They have degraded to the point where they are unable to handle the demands of the Premier League.

"Every Premier League player is a complete machine. They can run, they are powerful, they can head it, and they have 5% body fat. Manchester United is carrying two or three players who simply cannot handle it.

Scholes has stated that he thinks United was "sucked into" acquiring the Brazilian from Real Madrid after spending £70 million to do so three years prior. This comes ahead of Sunday's matchup with bitter rivals Liverpool at Anfield.

Scholes remarked, "There have been quite a few like that, and we got dragged into that one."

Nick Butt, a fellow former United midfielder, concurred. "Real Madrid never lets their top players leave," he stated. Both Casemiro and [Raphaël] Varane were tremendous players previously in their careers.

"It is hard to compete with them since they have accomplished more than I have, but Real Madrid does not trade its best players to Man United, a rival team in Europe."

Maguire's current contract at Old Trafford is set to expire at the end of the current campaign; thus, he is hoping to sign a new one.

DISCIPLINARY BLOW: MADRID PLAYER SUSPENDED POST EL CLáSICO TUSSLE

Real Madrid's backup keeper Andriy Lunin has been handed a one-game suspension by the RFEF for his aggressive conduct on the bench during the heated final moments of El Clásico. Real Madrid's appeal was rejected.

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El Clásico Scuffle - Photo Credit Getty Images

Los Blancos' goalie Andriy Lunin has been suspended for one game by the RFEF Disciplinary Committee for his involvement in the sideline dramas during the El Clásico's final moments. Although the cameras did not catch it, referee Soto Grado did record that he had sent the Ukrainian off.

According to Mundo Deportivo, the RFEF responded as follows when asked why Lunin received a red card.

The reason for Lunin, Andrii's expulsion in the 90th minute was that he had to be restrained by his teammates after he walked aggressively from his bench to the blonde bench.

The disciplinary committee of the RFEF


"When considered significant, those whose behaviour violates sporting order will be suspended for four to ten games or fined between 602 and 3,006 euros."

Because of Lunin's actions, which constituted a minor violation of the sporting order, he was suspended for one game. The ruling had been challenged by Real Madrid. However, the RFEF stayed steadfast, defending the referee's ruling and the evidence in the match report and on film.

Now, the backup goalie will not play against Valencia this weekend, where he is probably going to be benched. Fran Gonzalez and Sunico, both from the youth team, might be called up as the matchday squad's third choice, with Sergio Mestre serving as a backup.

No Barcelona players or any other Real Madrid players were slapped with bans following the two flash moments in the closing stages of the game. When Vinicius Jr. and Lamie Yamal argued, even players who were not on the team were spotted shoving on the side of the field. The RFEF, however, determined that nothing that came to pass would justify further prohibitions.

ARSENAL STAR DROPS CONFIDENT TITLE HINT AFTER STRONG OPENING

Arsenal star Bukayo Saka is targeting a historic Premier League and World Cup double with England this season. The winger believes it's a "doable" feat as the Gunners lead the title race.

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Bukayo Saka - (Image: David Price/Arsenal FC)

According to Bukayo Saka, it is feasible for Arsenal and England to win both games this season. The season has started well for the Gunners under Mikel Arteta's leadership.

Arsenal leads the Premier League standings by four points at the moment and is starting to look like a title contender. Manchester City is only one point ahead of defending champions Liverpool, who are seven points behind.

Saka, however, is not only interested in winning at his club; he also hopes to succeed internationally. Manager Thomas Tuchel has stated that winning the trophy is his ambition for England, who have qualified for the World Cup in the USA next year.

Saka is optimistic about his club's and his nation's chances of winning. "Yeah, that is my prayer," he remarked in an interview with Sky Sports. It is possible, of course.

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