EPL: Why I substituted Casemiro at half-time during Man Utd, Brentford clash – Ten Hag

<p>Manchester United boss, Erik ten Hag revealed that his decision to substitute midfielder, Casemiro at half-time during his side’s Premier League 2-1 win over Brentford on Saturday was purely tactical.</p>, <p>Casemiro was arguably Man United’s most influential player last season following his big-money move from Real Madrid.</p>, <p>But the Brazilian international has looked a shadow of his usual self this season.</p>, <p>Despite being given his marching orders in midweek during Man United’s Champions League defeat against Galatasaray, Ten Hag opted to retain the 31-year-old in his starting XI against Brentford at Old Trafford.</p>, <p>However, Casemiro delivered another sluggish performance against the visitors and was badly at fault for Mathias Jensen’s opening goal when he carelessly conceded possession in his own half.</p>, <p>Casemiro was then replaced by Christian Eriksen at half time as another substitute Scott McTominay scored two late brace to give the Red Devils the victory over Brentford.</p>, <p>Asked to explain the change, Ten Hag said at his post-match press conference: “I wanted more football.</p>, <p>“Someone who brings passing and link-up play so I brought on Eriksen for Casemiro.”</p>