Nine United Academy Graduates Including Mejbri Named

Nine former Manchester United youth players have been named in the 48-team tournament. The selections span multiple national sides.

Hannibal Mejbri will represent Tunisia. Zidane Iqbal will represent Iraq.

Three members of Thomas Tuchel's England squad are Manchester United academy graduates. Kobbie Mainoo is among those England players.

Marcus Rashford also emerged from United's youth system. Dean Henderson completes the trio of England alumni.

Fans have called for greater youth commitment, as noted by Torpey. The call comes after nine former United youth were selected for the tournament.