5 changes Mourinho must make in the game against Real Madrid for United to succeed

#1 Give the youngsters a little more game time

Manchester United v San Jose Earthquakes — United fans deserve to see Chong involved for a longer time in the game

This game will not make or break United’s season, rather, it should provide Mourinho an opportunity to assess his squad ahead of the upcoming season. With the pre-season games coming in quick succession – the upcoming one will be United’s 5th game in 13 days – Mourinho will be well advised to bring in fresh faces and mix it up in the second half, and provide his experienced campaigners a breather.

Angel Gomes and Tahith Chong deserve some more game time and it would also excite the United fans to see the club’s youngsters come good, such as Ro-Shaun Williams, James Garner, Ethan Hamilton, Mason Greenwood and Joshua Bohui. The United boss could at least give a few of them a chance to stretch their legs and gain invaluable experience.

Mourinho, in turn, could see the readiness of his teenagers and their on field composure and attitude. For a club that has built its name on the tradition of promoting youngster from the academy, this will be an ideal end to Manchester United’s tour of the United States.

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