Why Ten Hag started Kambwala vs West Ham United

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has opened up on why he started Willy Kambwala against West Ham United over the weekend.

Recall that the Red Devils suffered a 2-0 defeat to the Hammers, however, Ten Hag in a pre-match statement ahead of their Tuesday game vs Aston Villa said he played  Kambwala because the youngster made good impressions during games for the U21.

”Yeah. So we had five centre-backs who started the season. Today we had three or four who were ill or injured. And then you go and swap positions in the team. But he makes a good impression in training and during games of the Under-21s. So we decided to play him. I think he has shown he has the capabilities. I think his performance was very solid. You can see has a very bright future. Of course, he has to work on himself, but you can see his potential and we are very pleased, I think, with his performance.”