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John McGinn names Luke Shaw as tough opponent in recent interview

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Last updated Aug 28, 2026

John McGinn names Luke Shaw as tough opponent in recent interview

Summary

John McGinn identified Luke Shaw as one of his hardest opponents during a recent panel discussion with Stick to Football. McGinn, Aston Villa captain, cited Shaw alongside Riccardo Calafiori, emphasizing the need to adapt his game to compete effectively against Shaw's playing style. Despite his talent, Shaw's career has been plagued by injuries, resulting in 236 missed matches since joining Manchester United in 2014. His current contract expires in June 2027, and he is considered a key player in United's defensive setup under manager Michael Carrick, with discussions about his future anticipated as the season progresses.

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•John McGinn names Luke Shaw among his toughest opponents.
•Shaw has missed 236 matches due to injuries since 2014.
•He is Manchester United's longest-serving player, contracted until June 2027.
•Discussions about Shaw's contract renewal are expected this season.
•A transfer target for United is Lewis Hall, viewed as Shaw's successor.

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6:20 AMYahoo Sports — Premier League captain names Man Utd star who INEOS are trying to replace as one of his ‘hardest opponents’

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John McGinn has revealed that Luke Shaw is one of the toughest opponents he’s ever faced.McGinn named Manchester United’s No.23 alongside Riccardo Calafiori when being quizzed by the Stick to Foot...
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