Man United simply must win the EFL Cup this season – here’s why

A chance to escape league troubles

There has been seemingly no end to Mourinho’s troubles in the Premier League at Man United, the former Real Madrid boss has as many sendings off at Old Trafford as he does league wins this season.

A good run in the EFL Cup can give the fans, and staff, an escape from the worries of the Premier League for a brief moment and create a positive atmosphere around the club.