NEMANJA MATIC NEWS

Third assist of season Matic had an assist with his lone chance created while crossing once accurately and making two interceptions during Saturday's 3-1 loss to Arsenal.

Impact Matic set up Cristiano Ronaldo in the 34th minute, assisting the lone United goal of the match. The assist was the third of the season for the midfielder while his two interceptions tied for the team-high total in the loss.

APRIL 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nemanja Matic says he will leave Manchester United at end of season Manchester United midfield Nemanja Matic has announced that this season will be his last with the club.The 33-year-old joined from Chelsea i...

APRIL 15, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Ronaldo hat trick gives Man United 3-2 win over Tottenham

Cristiano Ronaldo scored only his second Manchester United hat trick to clinch a 3-2 victory over Tottenham and send his team fourth in the Premier League

MARCH 12, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

In match day squad Matic is fit and in the match day squad to face Leeds on Sunday.

Impact Matic returns after dealing with a shin injury in the buildup to the match. The midfielder starts from the bench but is available if called upon Sunday.

FEBRUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Sunday Matic (shin) may be ready to play against Leeds United on Sunday. Manager Ralf Rangnick told reporters, "Nemanja Matic was back in training today for the first time and he did quit...

Impact Even if Matic doesn't play against Leeds, it appears the midfielder will be ready in time for a mid-week matchup with Atletico Madrid on Wednesday. The midfielder has started nine of his 19 appearances this year in addition to serving as an unused substitute for another eight contests. As such, Matic is far from a lock for a spot in the starting XI whenever he does rejoin the squad.

FEBRUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Tuesday Matic (shin) will not be an option against Brighton on Tuesday.

Impact Matic will be shelved for his second straight contest due to his shin problem. Prior to getting hurt, the midfielder had made just one appearance in the club's previous three outings, a six-minute substitute outing versus Brentford on Jan. 19. As such, Matic shouldn't be considered a lock to be restored to the starting XI even once given the all-clear.

FEBRUARY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up shin injury Matic has been ruled out against Southampton on Saturday after suffering a shin injury. Manager Ralf Rangnick told reporters, "He has some problems with his shin. He has been havin...

Impact Matic was an unused substitute in each of United's previous two outings, no doubt in part due to his shin problem. Even once cleared to play, the midfielder is far from a lock for the starting XI but the team's busy schedule in February that includes UCL action should create plenty of opportunities for him to start.

FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Rangnick happy to pick Pogba despite doubts over his future

Manchester United manager Ralf Rangnick says Paul Pogba’s possible desire to earn a contract at another club could motivate the France midfielder to produce strong performances unt...

JANUARY 18, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Could return versus Newcastle Matic (illness) might be an option for the match-day squad versus Newcastle United on Monday. Manager Ralf Rangnick told reporters, "From what I saw, I can say most of them, if not...

Impact Matic has made 14 appearances for the Red Devils this season across both European and domestic competition but has started just six times and was an unused substitute in another six matches. As such, the defensive midfielder may be hard-pressed to break into the starting XI even with his illness behind him and therefore shouldn't be expected to offer much in the way of fantasy value.

DECEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Norwich Matic (illness) is not in Man United's match day squad for Saturday's clash against Norwich City.

Impact Matic is out at the weekend with a cold, and he will target to be healthy again by Tuesday's clash against Brentford.

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with cold Matic is dealing with a cold ahead of Saturday's trip to Norwich, according to manager Ralf Rangnick.

Impact Unless this turns into a flu, Matic shouldn't miss Saturday's match with the issue. He played at center-back midweek and still appears to be the third midfield option behind Fred and Scott McTominay, meaning another start or two in the coming weeks is possible.

DECEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Back in squad Sunday Matic (hamstring) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Crystal Palace.

Impact This is a good sign for Matic, who missed the midweek match with a hamstring issue. He'll still have to fight for time under the new manager, but he's at least healthy and didn't suffer a major hamstring injury.

DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out with hamstring issue Matic is not in the squad for Thursday's match against Arsenal because of a minor hamstring issue.

Impact Matic went the full 90 against Chelsea a few days ago, so it looks like he may have picked up the issue in training. Hamstring injuries can linger, so a prolonged absence could lead to more starts for Fred and Scott McTominay in the midfield, though the new manager may have other plans.

DECEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up second assist of season Matic assisted once and created one chance off the bench during the 3-0 win against Tottenham on Saturday.

Impact Matic was brought on as fresh legs late in the shut-out win over Tottenham on Saturday to help put the dagger in the coffin. The defensive midfielder did just that by setting up the third and final goal for the Red Devils. He has not seen much time this season though and even if he received a start, his production is little to none.

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Solskjaer back under pressure, set to shake up Man United

It’s that time once again when Manchester United appears to be on the verge of a crisis and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is called out as someone unfit to be coaching England’s biggest tea...

OCTOBER 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Picks up first assist in two years Matic assisted once and created one chance in his limited playing time during the 2-1 win over West Ham United on Sunday.

Impact Matic was handed only a few minutes to make something positive happen in the win Sunday. The midfielder did just that. Matic was brought onto the pitch in the 88th minute and by the 89th minute, he set up the game-winning goal. He has not been very productive in the last few years for the Red Devils and he seems to be on the bench more than the pitch. Until things change, this was more of an outlier and he will continue to not be an option.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Two appearances thus far Matic has made just one start through United's opening three matches of the season.

Impact The midfielder started against Southampton in match day two with his only other appearance coming off the bench on the opening day. The midfielder is likely to continue in backup role to both Fred and Scott McTominay throughout the year.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

EPL landscape altered as clubs spend $1.4 billion in window

One of the most exciting transfer windows for years has closed with spending in the Premier League again topping 1 billion pounds (about $1.4 billion) during the pandemic

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Struggles for minutes Matic started 12 matches from 20 appearances this season, while adding 11 appearances in UEFA play.

Impact Matic started back-to-back matches just once this season and that kind of summed up his campaign even though he was healthy most of the way. It's unlikely his role changes going forward with Fred, Scott McTominay and Paul Pogba all first-team options ahead of him in central midfield.

JUNE 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Protests outside, struggles inside: Man U loses to Liverpool

Liverpool has won 4-2 at Manchester United to maintain its hopes of still trying to qualify for the Champions League

MAY 13, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

'Cavani's a big name and shows every day why he's a big name' - Matic lauds fearsome Man Utd striker Edinson Cavani is a "big name" player and proves on a daily basis at Manchester United why he has earned such a standing, says Nemanja Matic...

APRIL 16, 2021 • GOAL.COM

Man United misfires at Crystal Palace in 3rd straight 0-0

Manchester United was held 0-0 by Crystal Palace in the Premier League for a third straight goalless draw in all competitions for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s misfiring team

MARCH 3, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sloppy United beats Newcastle 3-1, stays in 2nd place in EPL

Manchester United overcame a sloppy first-half performance to beat Newcastle 3-1 and stay in second place in the Premier League

FEBRUARY 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Man City earns 18th straight win, Spurs lose again in EPL

Manchester City stayed 10 points clear in the Premier League with a 1-0 victory at Arsenal that extended the winning run of Pep Guardiola's team to 18 games in all competitions

FEBRUARY 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Maguire still irked by ‘debatable’ fine as Matic runs a tight ship at Manchester United Harry Maguire admits to having been stung by a “debateable” fine at Manchester United, with Nemanja Matic running a tight ship when it comes...

FEBRUARY 5, 2021 • GOAL.COM