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Dean Smith will speak to the media for his pre-Manchester United press conference at 9am
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DS: “Płacheta is back from injury and training with us and Gilmour is back from his Covid issue.”

DS: "Josh Sargent is out of his protective boot, but not available for Saturday and Williams is ineligible against his parent club."

DS: (Great escape?) “We have to believe so but I’m also a realist.”

DS: “If they weren’t very good footballers they wouldn’t be at Manchester United, but we’ve got renewed confidence to do what people have said is not doable.”

DS: “I don’t think there’s ever a time you really look forward to going to Old Trafford, but if there is ever a time then it’s probably now.”

DS: “We’re playing with a bit more confidence now, which is what a win in the Premier League gives you. We played really well against United earlier in the season as well.”

DS: “I’m still aggrieved at the penalty decision last time. Some of the clips we’ll show the players will be from that game.”

DS: “These players really care. They’re going out and wanting to win football games. They know how important it is to get results.”

DS: (On PLM) “He’s a good finisher. He probably hasn’t taken the chances he’s had this season. Although, I told him he needs to work on his celebration.”

DS: "We're not expecting to see Omobamidele this season. He's awaiting one more scan result, then build him back up for next pre-season. Idah, likewise. Early stages of his rehab."

DS: "I'm pleased that Pukki wants to remain at NCFC beyond this season. His goal scoring record speaks for itself and he’s a pleasure to work with."

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That concludes today's press conference.

Posted By: DrDublin, Apr 15, 09:31:20