Youri Tielemans praised for performance in Manchester derby loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 6:10 AM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026
Youri Tielemans played 66 minutes in the Manchester derby on September 13, where Manchester United trailed 1-0 at his substitution. He delivered seven line-breaking passes and covered more distance than any teammate during the first half. Having joined United this summer for £35 million, his role has grown despite potential competition from new signing Carlos Baleba, who is recovering from injury. As Baleba and others return, competition for starting positions will intensify in midfield.
- •Tielemans featured in the Manchester derby on September 13.
- •He recorded seven line-breaking passes and notable distance covered.
- •United is currently without new signing Carlos Baleba due to injury.
- •The team faces a midfield selection dilemma as players recover from injuries.
- 6:10 AMYahoo Sports — 7 line-breaking passes: Man Utd man ‘quickly becoming key’ for Carrick as his starting spot becomes threatened
"Despite ultimately being on the losing end, Youri Tielemans was praised for his efforts in Sunday’s Manchester derby.The midfielder started and played 66 minutes before being replaced by Benjamin Se...
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