Erik ten Hag's first competitive game as Manchester United manager is upon us, with the Reds hosting Brighton & Hove Albion at Old Trafford.
The manager has experienced a successful pre-season where he's been able to develop the squad and get them playing the football he wants to see.
There is still much to be worked on, and all he will want to see at full-time will be a win and three points.
Speaking before the game, Ten Hag clarified Cristiano Ronaldo's situation ahead of the tie.
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The no.7 is not yet fully fit, with just 45 minutes under his belt, which is why he sees himself start on the bench.
"He had a short pre-season, he only started training last week, he only had 45 minutes and he's not in the fitness levels that the rest of the team is.
"In the Premier League, I seen it in the games on Friday and yesterday, they are really tough. High intensity, all teams pressing all day, low block, high block, so you need to be fit to do that."
Ten Hag was also asked about Christian Eriksen, who is starting his first game as a United player.
He features alongside Bruno Fernandes, who many said he'd battle for a place in the side.
Questioned on whether the pair can compliment each other, the manager believes it could work very well.
"Definitely," he answered. "They both have intelligence, they can take benefit from each other's opposite movements.
"I have a high expectation of that, but we will see, they haven't done it before!"
The two creators are joined by Marcus Rashford and Jadon Sancho in the frontline. Scott McTominay and Fred continue as the anchor behind the attacking unit.
No matter what individuals are playing, however, Ten Hag wants his side to show that they can work together to get the victory on a sunny Old Trafford afternoon.
"We should act as a team," he stated.
"I want to see a team performance. Every game that is the most important (aspect). Football is a team sport."
United kick-off against Graham Potters men at 14:00 BST.
Topics: Erik Ten Hag, Christian Eriksen, Bruno Fernandes, Cristiano Ronaldo, Premier League, Brighton And Hove Albion, Manchester United, Football
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