Manchester United have chosen not to hold a press conference before their Carabao Cup match against Newcastle, in a departure from their usual practice. The decision comes after their recent defeat to Manchester City, which has led to further scrutiny of the club's problems. Unlike other competitions, managers are not required to hold press conferences before Carabao Cup matches, and United have decided to skip the formality this time.
Manchester United are back in action on Wednesday night yet there is no press conference on Tuesday ahead of the game.
Erik ten Hag would no doubt have plenty of difficult questions to face if he were to face the press but United have opted against holding a media briefing ahead of their next fixture. In a replay of last year's final, United will take on Newcastle at Old Trafford in the Carabao Cup round of 16.READ MORE: Four fringe players deserve a chance against Newcastle
Newcastle will be eyeing revenge on United after their 2-0 defeat at Wembley earlier this year. Eddie Howe's side underwhelmed in their first final since 1999 - where they also lost to United - with goals from Casemiro and Marcus Rashford making the difference.
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