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Will European football obstruct Man Utd?

Last season, Manchester United played just 40 matches in all competitions, their fewest in a single campaign since 1914-15, and finished third. Chelsea played 59 matches in all competitions and finished 10th. Playing more matches does not always correlate with a lower league finish.

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Last season, Manchester United played just 40 matches in all competitions, their fewest in a single campaign since 1914-15, and finished third. Chelsea played 59 matches in all competitions and finished 10th. Playing more matches does not always correlate with a lower league finish.

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    Will European football obstruct Man Utd?

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    Last season, Manchester United played just 40 matches in all competitions, their fewest in a single campaign since 1914-15, and finished third. Chelsea played 59 matches in all competitions and finished 10th. Playing more matches does not always correlate with Will European football obstruct Man Utd?

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    The result or decision can affect standings, qualification, team strategy and the wider competition. Official competition records remain the primary reference.

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