Manchester United will play in their first preseason game tonight with spells the start of a new era at the Old Trafford club, following the appointment of Louis Van Gaal. As this will be Louis Van Gaal’s first game in charge it will be interesting to assess and see how he sets his side up as we have seen in the World Cup he isn’t afraid to chop and change.
They face a side in LA Galaxy,who are currently mid-season so perhaps have the fitness edge over the reds. However, with an unlimited amount substitutions aloud it might not be a factor, the most recognisable of faces from LA Galaxy is Robbie Keane who could pose a threat. They will prove a tough challenge.
Van Gaal is pleased with his preparations.
Louis Van Gaal has been delighted with his players response to preseason training, Van Gaal said “I have to say it has been fantastic” he continued “Maybe you think every coach who is new should say that but I mean it.” Van Gaal had previously stated he wanted team unity and it appears the new boss has put in the ground work after been seeing laughing and embracing Wayne Rooney.
Van Gaal also admitted however that they are not fit and face a great challenge in LA Galaxy “We have analysed Galaxy and I expect a very organised and tactical team that are aggressive in attack and want to press” he said “they are already in the rhythm of the season and we started three days ago. We are not prepared of fit yet, but I hope we can give a good performance”.
Van Gaal has the first potential chance to win silverware in winning the Chevrolet Cup, so can the reds get their preseason off to a flyer?