Harry Maguire has redeemed himself at the World Cup by putting in a series of stellar performances. Despite being the team captain, he has been an outcast at Manchester United. Lisandro Martinez and Raphael Varane are the pairing Erik Ten Hag prefers, but at England, he is formidable in his partnership with John Stones.
Maguire at England:
Manchester United’s toxic environment continues to hamper players’ performances as Harry Maguire looks to be completely rejuvenated at the World Cup. He has been solid defensively and has earned the praise from the English fans.
When asked about Maguire in a press conference, his defensive partner, John Stones said: “Right from the first game, the best response is what he’s been doing. All three games he’s played in have been terrific and it’s about us finding that partnership again. I think we have done (that) in these three games.”
“That’s a great credit to him. Playing with someone for so many games at England, being through so many moments with him, knowing what he’s been going through at his club as well and the person that he is, I think it speaks volumes about him to come through that and still believe in himself.”
“I believe in him, like (how) all the team believes in him. His teammates at United believe in him. He’s come into this tournament and hit the ground running, and that is a great credit to him.”
Maguire will hope to emulate his current form for his club when he returns back to Manchester. He would have hoped to convince Erik Ten Hag of giving him a spot in the starting 11.
