Jacob Devaney stands out in Manchester United's loss to Wrexham
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 18, 2026, 10:40 PM
Last updated Jul 18, 2026
Manchester United lost their opening pre-season fixture against Wrexham on July 18. Head coach Michael Carrick expressed satisfaction with the team's second-half performance, especially the young players, including Jacob Devaney. Devaney, who typically plays as a defensive midfielder, impressed while filling in at center-back. Carrick's team featured two different lineups, with the first half consisting of senior players and the second half featuring academy prospects. The positive display from Devaney could enhance his chances of involvement in the upcoming match against Rosenborg.
- •Manchester United lost to Wrexham in a pre-season fixture.
- •Jacob Devaney played center-back despite being a defensive midfielder.
- •Michael Carrick praised the second half's control and young players.
- •Devaney's performance may impact his chances against Rosenborg next week.
- •Tyler Fletcher also received commendation for his leadership in the match.
- 10:40 PMYahoo Sports — Jacob Devaney impressed Carrick despite playing in an unfamiliar role
"Manchester United may have lost their opening pre-season fixture against Wrexham on Saturday, but head coach Michael Carrick was pleased with some of the things he saw.The head coach picked two differ...
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