Erik ten Hag: We must produce their best performance to overcome Barcelona

Manchester United coach Ten Hag confirmed the return of Harry Maguire and Brazilian Anthony to Barcelona tomorrow, Thursday, in the second leg of the knockout round of the European League, stressing the continued absence of French striker Anthony Martial."When you face teams as big as Barcelona you have to play your best otherwise you don't have a chance. Tomorrow we have to give our best performance of the season. We believe it and are looking forward to it.  Barcelona is without Gavi, Pedri, and Ousmane Dembele and Ten Hag said: “I don't know what Xavi's thinking but obviously Gavi and Pedri are great players. Although they are very young, they have already had a positive effect on Barcelona. Ten Hag was pictured having dinner with Sir Alex Ferguson last night and said he welcomed the chance to tap into the wisdom and experience of the legendary former United boss. Asked how valuable it was being able to lean on Ferguson for advice, Ten Hag said: “It's massive. United and Barca played out a thrilling 2-2 draw in the Nou Camp in the first leg of their Europa League play-off tie, to determine which side advances to the last 16. Ten Hag has called on his players to produce their best against Xavi's La Liga leaders if they are to continue their European journey and maintain their fight for glory on four fronts.