Four reasons why the extended football break could work wonders for Manchester United

Rest for Squad

Due to fighting on the front of three competitions, games were coming thick and fast for United players. The Europa League is notorious for a heavy playing schedule and plenty of travelling. Adding to that, they have had FA Cup replays to contend with and every Premier League game has been crucial. With injuries affecting the squad, a good couple of months rest will be exactly what the United squad needed.