Jose frustrated at United’s injury pile-up

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho admits he faces a “difficult situation” in Moscow tonight as injuries to Marouane Fellaini and Michael Carrick have left him short in midfield.

Fellaini joined the list of absentees, which includes Paul Pogba, after sustaining an ankle injury in Saturday’s win over Southampton following a tackle from Shane Long.

Having watched replays Mourinho, who believes his side have to remain “humble” if they are to extend their unbeaten record this season, was unhappy with the Tipperary man’s challenge but refused to criticise referee Craig Pawson, who booked the Saints striker for the challenge.