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Exclusive: Solskjaer hopes for a double celebration

The Norwegian’s hungry young Reds are set to host Colchester United at Old Trafford this evening (Wednesday), in the last eight of a competition that represents a good chance to win silverware.

Since his appointment as caretaker manager on 19 December 2018, Solskjaer has repeatedly spoken about the importance of lifting trophies at our beloved club and he sees the League Cup as a valuable opportunity.

“My first year has gone very quickly and it has been so enjoyable,”

Ole told us, ahead of the 20:00 GMT kick-off.

“It is just an honour and privilege, of course, and I will make sure that I can have a good celebration on Wednesday.