The Europa League winners meet the Champions League victors in Skopje, and while some may consider the match little more than a pre-season warm up, the England international is of the opinion it is a great deal more significant.
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“It’s hugely important,” he said. “I don’t think you can underestimate what we’ve been through to get to this stage and to play this game.
“It is a big achievement to be part of it. So we are taking it very seriously. It is a massive trophy to win at the start of the season and it can kickstart your season. It would be terrific for us.
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“It is not one I have managed to win and not sure if anyone in our squad so we are all desperate to win it.”
United last won the Super Cup in 1991 – the only time they have lifted the trophy – defeating Red Star Belgrade 1-0 thanks to a goal from Brian McClair.
