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Young explains impact of early kick-offs

Ashley Young believes every player adapts differently to playing early in the day as Manchester United prepare to face Middlesbrough at noon on Sunday.

Less than 72 hours after the Europa League tie against FC Rostov at Old Trafford, the Reds continue a busy week by travelling to the Riverside Stadium to take on Boro in the Premier League, with kick-off at 12:00 GMT.

When asked how early matches can impact on players amid a short turnaround, Young told MUTV: “I think it’s different for each individual. Some players like playing early, some players don’t.