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Matthew Hobkinson

Arsenal legend makes Harry Maguire claim after Manchester United dropping vs Liverpool FC

Arsenal legend Nigel Winterburn has claimed that Harry Maguire "has been made a scapegoat" at Manchester United.

The United captain was dropped by Erik ten Hag for the Reds' 2-1 win over bitter rivals Liverpool on Monday night. Lisandro Martinez and Raphael Varane started as centre-backs with the Argentinian defender being singled out after the match for his dominating performance.

Martinez did not allow the Liverpool front-line a moment's rest as he chased every ball and showed his commitment to the cause in front of a raucous Old Trafford crowd. The defender also prevented what looked to be a certain own goal from Bruno Fernandes as he left everything out on the pitch.

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