How come I have never heard of Reece James before?
Reece James is the name on many Manchester United fans' lips after the young full back scored twice in Louis van Gaal's first game in charge of the club.
The 7-0 friendly win over LA Galaxy saw a new 3-4-3 formation work a treat, Ander Herrera put in a sparkling performance in midfield and Wayne Rooney return to goalscoring form, but James stole the show with two second half goals from left wing back.
So, with the 20-year-old having staked a claim for a regular spot under Van Gaal,
How come I have never heard of Reece James before?
Thursday's win over LA Galaxy was the 20-year-old's first first-team outing of note, in either friendlies or competitive matches. He has represented the club's youth teams but has never played alongside so many of United's leading lights.
A player is not necessarily considered 'young' at 20 these days, why has it taken him so long to break through?
Firstly, the depth of United's reserve and youth set-ups must be noted. There are some very good footballers who struggle to get a game for their second string. Secondly, James only joined at Under 18 level - relatively late to sign for a professional academy.
The 7-0 friendly win over LA Galaxy saw a new 3-4-3 formation work a treat, Ander Herrera put in a sparkling performance in midfield and Wayne Rooney return to goalscoring form, but James stole the show with two second half goals from left wing back.
So, with the 20-year-old having staked a claim for a regular spot under Van Gaal,
How come I have never heard of Reece James before?
Thursday's win over LA Galaxy was the 20-year-old's first first-team outing of note, in either friendlies or competitive matches. He has represented the club's youth teams but has never played alongside so many of United's leading lights.
A player is not necessarily considered 'young' at 20 these days, why has it taken him so long to break through?
Firstly, the depth of United's reserve and youth set-ups must be noted. There are some very good footballers who struggle to get a game for their second string. Secondly, James only joined at Under 18 level - relatively late to sign for a professional academy.
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