Unpleasant news had been announced for him just one minute after the substitution of Noussair Mazraoui for Harry Maguire, according to which he was shown a yellow card in the match between Manchester United and Southampton, which ended with a 3-0 victory for Manchester United. It is expected that he will not be able to participate in the match against Barnsley on Tuesday. With Maguire sidelined, Ten Hag will be tasked with finding the right balance in defense to ensure that the team continues its winning momentum.

After being subbed in for Noussair Mazraoui, Harry Maguire received a yellow card just a minute later, which now makes him ineligible for Manchester United’s upcoming match against Barnsley on Tuesday.

The booking came in the 79th minute when Maguire was introduced to solidify United’s defense as they held a comfortable lead. However, a heavy challenge on Southampton’s Adam Armstrong led the referee to issue the card.

This yellow card carries significant consequences, as Maguire has now accumulated enough cautions to trigger a suspension, meaning he will miss the next domestic match.

Maguire’s absence is problematic for manager Erik ten Hag, who is already grappling with a depleted defensive lineup due to injuries. The suspension comes at an inconvenient time, as the Barnsley game could have allowed for squad rotation.

With Raphael Varane also facing fitness issues, Ten Hag may need to rely on less experienced players or shift others out of their natural positions to fill the gap left by Maguire.

For Maguire, it’s another setback in a difficult season where he’s struggled to secure regular minutes under Ten Hag due to competition from new signings and tactical adjustments.

The suspension further complicates his attempt to reclaim a starting spot. Nonetheless, Manchester United will aim to carry their strong form from the Southampton match into their midweek cup fixture against Barnsley.

Fans will be eager for Maguire’s swift return as the team faces a congested schedule.