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Matthew Hobkinson

Antony proves Erik ten Hag right as Manchester United boss hints at six starters vs Burnley

These are your Manchester United morning headlines for Monday, December 12.

Antony proved Ten Hag's United prediction right at the World Cup

It has been a tough few days for Antony, but it might just be the making of him in a United shirt.

The 22-year-old had the weight of a nation on his shoulders when he featured from the bench in Brazil's quarter-final exit to Croatia on Friday, a cameo that would end in tears following their penalty shootout heartbreak.

During his time on the pitch, Antony showcased both the good and the bad of his game, something that Erik ten Hag is well aware of. There were the customary samba skills, the fierce fight and the determination to battle for the ball. But, there was also the naivety that still plagues him

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Dubravka might have played his final match

David de Gea returned to training on Thursday, and it was no surprise to see him head straight back into the starting line-up after Martin Dubravka's disappointing performance against Cádiz.

The Spaniard is in no danger of losing his spot as first choice at United this season, and the fact that he was chosen ahead of Dubravka could hint at his role against Burnley next time out.

It was even more telling that Tom Heaton was the one chosen to feature from the bench at half-time this time, adding another layer of competition to the undercard.

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