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Daily Mirror
Daily Mirror
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Jacob Leeks

Man Utd game rearranged at just 10 days' notice to hand Erik ten Hag tough fixture pile-up

The Premier League have confirmed that Manchester United's trip to Crystal Palace will be held on Wednesday 18 January.

The game had originally been scheduled to be played in September, but was postponed as a mark of respect following Queen Elizabeth II's death. But with just 10 days notice, league officials have opted to rearrange it for a week on Wednesday.

The decision hands boss Erik ten Hag somewhat of a headache, with the trip to Palace now taking place in the middle of clashes with Manchester City and Arsenal. In a statement, the Premier League apologised for the short notice of the rearrangement.

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