inexperience

Given the strength of the opponents, the conditions, absence of Harry Brook, injury to Jack Leach and inexperience of the attack, it was as sensational as it was unexpected.

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated a slate of unorthodox loyalists to serve in his next administration, disregarding the kinds of legal baggage and inexperience he has carried through his own political career.

But Maresca believes the inexperience of his squad, which has an average age of just over 23, is a reason they will ultimately fall short this season.

Harry Maguire is the only United player used to a back three, and inexperience here is a particular concern given that Amorim’s aggressive high line leaves space out wide and in behind.

Canada defeated New Zealand to win the Pacific Four Series earlier this year, but their inexperience showed in the closing stages as they continued to drop or kick the ball away at vital moments.