Luke Shaw backs Erik ten Hag over decision to drop Marcus Rashford after Manchester United’s win over Wolves

Marcus Rashford scored Manchester United’s winner towards Wolves after being dropped by Erik ten Hag (Reuters)

Luke Shaw has backed Erik ten Hag’s resolution to drop Marcus Rashford after Manchester United’s 1-0 victory over Wolves on Saturday.

Rashford was anticipated to maintain his place within the facet for United’s journey to Wolves however Ten Hag revealed earlier than the sport that the 25-year-old was named instead because of an ‘inner disciplinary’ challenge.

After a tough opening 45 minutes, Rashford was introduced on at half time and went on to attain the winner for United with 14 minutes remaining.

When requested about Ten Hag’s strict self-discipline at United, Shaw insisted it was a welcome change and feels his teammates ‘bought away with foolish little issues’ previously.

‘At a high membership like this it must be like that,’ Shaw advised BT Sport.

‘I believe individuals can’t do no matter they need.

Erik ten Hag says Marcus Rashford was dropped because of an ‘inner disciplinary’ challenge (AMA/Getty)

‘Possibly that’s been a part of the issue previously the place individuals have been getting away with foolish little issues.

‘The supervisor takes all of that into consideration. Such as you’ve seen right now, I believe if you happen to’re not protecting requirements excessive you then received’t play.’

Shaw additionally believes Rashford, who has now scored six targets within the Premier League this season, can turn into one of many world’s greatest forwards at United.

‘He's in a extremely great way in the intervening time, extraordinarily assured, very optimistic, very completely happy and it’s good to see it,’ mentioned Shaw.

‘Everybody is aware of the standard he’s bought, he's world class and he may be among the finest gamers on the earth if he retains going. Hopefully he does do this.’

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