"It is really strange. During this year, especially at this time, we have so many problems, but we have to cope with that. I think Fletcher did his first game, so that is good news, Lacey the same, so we will try to find solutions and go for the next game. I am a manager for six years and even Sporting is all about the academy, so it's about the history."
"Every manager wants to bring players through from the academy and not spend money because this gives value to the manager. I just want to win and want to be certain that the players that come in from the academy are not going to suffer too much. I'm just trying to help the club, it doesn't matter if it's from the academy or abroad. I think it's soft tissue [Fernandes injury] so it's going to be a while. We'll see."
Aston Villa defeated Manchester United 2-1 as Morgan Rogers scored twice, including a solo strike just before half-time and a second finish twelve minutes into the second half. Cunha capitalised on a Villa defensive error to equalise just before the interval. Bruno Fernandes sustained a soft-tissue injury in the second half and is likely to be out for a while. Fletcher and Lacey made returns, offering some squad options. The club expressed a preference for promoting academy players to add value and reduce spending while protecting young players' development. Solutions will be sought for upcoming fixtures amid fitness issues.
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