When Manchester United's starting line-up to face West Ham United at Old Trafford was confirmed at 2pm on Saturday afternoon, it was probably the side that most United supporters had expected.
Ralf Rangnick, no doubt fuelled with confidence and belief after watching his side beat Brentford 3-1 less than 72 hours earlier, made just one change, drafting club captain Harry Maguire back into the fold at the expense of the absent Victor Lindelof, who was the victim of a break-in at his home whilst he and his team-mates secured their first Premier League win of 2022 on Wednesday evening.
It was a refreshing change and it gave a clear indication that Rangnick was pleased with what he had seen, particularly in the second half, in west London against the Bees, even if they had been forced to ride a few waves of pressure in the first half.
