Former Manchester United striker Dion Dublin recently praised Paul Pogba for his performance against Brighton and Hove Albion in the Premier League. Speaking to MUTV, Dublin revealed that the introduction of Pogba from the bench put the Seagulls on the backfoot.
Pogba's introduction allowed Manchester United to regain composure in the middle of the park. It saw them play out the match against a high-pressing Brighton side without much threat to their goal.
Brighton has been an impressive team under Graham Potter and have done well to upset bigger teams this season. Old Trafford fans were uncertain going into the match about United's chances of securing a win against the Seagulls.
The match started in favor of the visitors, whose high-tempo football pushed United to the back foot. The Red Devils came out as a revamped side in the second 45 to score the opening goal of the match (51').
Given United's poor performances in their two previous Premier League matches, the Red Devils did well to hold on to their lead against Brighton.
Manchester United had drawn 1-1, against both Burnley and Southampton, after scoring the first goal. Pogba's introduction paid more dividends as he laid down an assist for Bruno Fernandes in the 97th minute of the match.
Brighton defender Lewis Dunk getting sent off in the 54th minute made things easier for Manchester United. Ultimately, the Red Devils won 2-0 on the night.
How Pogba made the difference
Even after going down to 10 men, Brighton continued to dominate the midfield with their high-tempo football. United's midfielders played second-fiddle and were struggling to keep up with Brighton.
Pogba came on in the 72nd minute and took over the midfield. His composure on the ball and his ability to beat the Brighton press allowed him become a calming influence in midfield. As a result, Brighton were unable to turn over possession and create chances against United as frequently as they would have liked to.
As mentioned before, he capped off the substitute display with a late assist for Fernandes.
Dion Dublin recently praised Pogba for his performance. The former United player pointed out how the 28-year-old put Brighton on the backfoot.
"Paul Pogba changed the game when he came on. His little bit of quality, picking the right passes. He puts Brighton on the back foot.” said Dion Dublin.
Why did Paul Pobga not start for Manchester United
Manchester United interim manager Ralf Rangnick decided to bench Paul Pogba against Brighton. The reason behind this was that the Frenchman needs to be rotated occasionally to avoid burnout.
Pogba had started three previous games against Middlesbrough, Southampton and Burnley. It was only fair to have him rested for this match. Pogba has recently returned from a long-term injury and needs to be managed wisely.
United's next fixture will be against Leeds United on February 20th at Elland Road. The match is hugely significant as both clubs are considered rivals and the tie between them is called the 'Roses Derby'.
It will be interesting to see Rangnick's starting eleven against Leeds. Marcelo Bielsa's men play a high-octane brand of football as well and it might tempt Rangnick to put Pogba back in the starting XI for the match.
Akeem784
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change game against 10 man came on bra pogba is a show of man not impressed at all
worry about xhaka and partey
sewdmnostu
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change game against 10 man came on bra pogba is a show of man not impressed at all
pythagorasofficial
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I think Mata should have sub on yesterday instead of telles with us 1-0 up and 1 man up. also Sancho and rashford cannot really pass the ball that's why they are so selfish and rather to run into players and kick even though they can't score from the angle, I don't think they are blessed with football intelligence despite skills.
Telles was the better option cos of the threats of Tariq Lamptey.
vepeimnty
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They had no idea of playing with a philosophy. It's like they are an empty cup in a museum with lots of value. Jose destroyed the attacking and passing capabilities of the team. Ole made them spoiled. . Ralf is facing hardest battles of all. There was no coordination between players. Now Midfield is developing well. Interplay is much better than ever. Still positioning and balance is something team needs to develop before Ralf can try and induce a strategy. We have to be patient. Alot.
if I was on that board all who can't really play or help the team we would get rid of most and replaced them with players who can do the job, because even 1 good solid 11 we should have which I am not seeing now. to me Ralf isn't perfect either because to me rashford should be playing down the middle and cr7 from left because cr7 will be into the box faster in attacks than rashford would because of intelligence, pogba should be playing #10 and Bruno #8. so many players at our club not getting a chance but some who can't really pass the ball playing always because they have speed. wooooooow
kg-4991
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they are professional players getting millions to play ball, Ralf there so long now, the manager wanted us to play 4-2-2-2 they can't manage it, he changed they can't manage again, Ralf have to keep changing for them while it should be the players changing to please the manager. slowly? slowly? the games or drawing and moving so fast while players are trying to adopt slowly.
They had no idea of playing with a philosophy. It's like they are an empty cup in a museum with lots of value. Jose destroyed the attacking and passing capabilities of the team. Ole made them spoiled. . Ralf is facing hardest battles of all. There was no coordination between players. Now Midfield is developing well. Interplay is much better than ever. Still positioning and balance is something team needs to develop before Ralf can try and induce a strategy. We have to be patient. Alot.
vepeimnty
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Don't compare to City, Liverpool or Chelsea. . We are a broken team now. We are building steadily. Players still have no idea about to execute the strategies of coach. We need alot of time. Ralf is preparing them so that next manager can have a direct and faster impact on the team.
they are professional players getting millions to play ball, Ralf there so long now, the manager wanted us to play 4-2-2-2 they can't manage it, he changed they can't manage again, Ralf have to keep changing for them while it should be the players changing to please the manager. slowly? slowly? the games or drawing and moving so fast while players are trying to adopt slowly.
kg-4991
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so Brighton down to 10 and our club one of the biggest club in the world we made a defensive change because we were afraid of drawing that game? it means the players them not really good why Brighton would scare us with 10 players. what if it was Chelsea, Liverpool or city? our players can't really pass the ball or keep it! our strong defenders kick the ball out every one on one challenge why is that? we need a team rebuilt! most of our players not good enough.
Don't compare to City, Liverpool or Chelsea. . We are a broken team now. We are building steadily. Players still have no idea about to execute the strategies of coach. We need alot of time. Ralf is preparing them so that next manager can have a direct and faster impact on the team.
vepeimnty
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Telles was brought in to support the Left wing. Lamptey is too good for Shaw alone to defend. We saw how well he was playing. Of not for reinforcement, we would have drawn the game
so Brighton down to 10 and our club one of the biggest club in the world we made a defensive change because we were afraid of drawing that game? it means the players them not really good why Brighton would scare us with 10 players. what if it was Chelsea, Liverpool or city? our players can't really pass the ball or keep it! our strong defenders kick the ball out every one on one challenge why is that? we need a team rebuilt! most of our players not good enough.
kg-4991
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I think Mata should have sub on yesterday instead of telles with us 1-0 up and 1 man up. also Sancho and rashford cannot really pass the ball that's why they are so selfish and rather to run into players and kick even though they can't score from the angle, I don't think they are blessed with football intelligence despite skills.
Telles was brought in to support the Left wing. Lamptey is too good for Shaw alone to defend. We saw how well he was playing. Of not for reinforcement, we would have drawn the game
vepeimnty
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I think Mata should have sub on yesterday instead of telles with us 1-0 up and 1 man up. also Sancho and rashford cannot really pass the ball that's why they are so selfish and rather to run into players and kick even though they can't score from the angle, I don't think they are blessed with football intelligence despite skills.