After the Arsenal game and two missed chances, a devastated Rasmus Hojlund walked out of Old Trafford and was met by Peter Schmeichel. The Danish United legend gave the 22-year-old a good teddy bear hug and probably some comforting words. Now comes a surprising call for more “national love”.
Denmark will face Portugal in the Nations League quarter-finals, March 20, Rasmus Hojlund has surprisingly, for those who follow him at Manchester United, been called up for the international match.
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National team coach Brian Riemer knew he would be asked about this selection, and had a good argument that Denmark needs Højlund with confidence, the Danish national team environment should contribute to this.
– Rasmus Højlund’s form speaks for itself. I can’t stand there and say anything else, because you (the media) know the numbers, the country sales coach begins according to Bold.
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“I would prefer to choose a team where the players are exuberant with confidence and in top form, but sometimes you also have to compromise. My job is to find the balance on how many of those who are not in top shape I can take out. I think Rasmus Højlund really benefits from coming here and getting some national love, says Brian Riemer.
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