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Cesc Fabregas masterminded a dominant 4-1 victory over Manchester United, exposing Michael Carrick's defensive frailties through superior positional play. Nico Paz proved the difference-maker, thriving in the spaces between United's disjointed midfield and backline.

Manchester United’s defensive woes reached a new low on Wednesday night as they slumped to an unwanted piece of continental history against Como. Michael Carrick’s men found themselves behind almost immediately, continuing a trend of sluggish starts that has plagued their recent European outings.

Bournemouth have received a significant boost ahead of their trip to Old Trafford as teenage sensation Eli Junior Kroupi has returned to first-team training. The highly-rated forward could be in line to make his first appearance of the season against Manchester United this Sunday after a lengthy layoff.

Manchester United have been rocked by the news that star striker Benjamin Sesko could be sidelined for up to four months following a significant injury setback. The Slovenia international, who has become a focal point of the attack at Old Trafford, is now facing a race against time to feature again before the spring.