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Leeds caretaker manager Skubala: No-one expects it easy at Man Utd

Leeds caretaker manager Michael Skubala expects a massive challenge at Manchester United tomorrow.

Leeds go to Old Trafford 48 hours after the sacking of Jesse Marsch.

Skubala said "Nobody thinks it will be easy [against Manchester United] but as long as we are competitive and put on a good show on the pitch, that's the most we can ask for.

"We will set up a team that's competitive without the ball and set up a team that will try to exploit their weaknesses. We've been really good without the ball, on the front foot and aggressive and that's something we can't change.

"I saw Jesse before he left and he spoke to all the staff, that [what he said] is personal. The situation is very hard for the club and Jesse. He did a great job, he tried to build a team with a way of playing but ultimately the board decided they didn't think he was getting enough points and it's a points-based industry.

"Everybody that has to leave a club is disappointed. It's a disappointing time for Jesse. He was very professional and very caring to the staff and said his goodbyes in a very professional manner."



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