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Paul Pogba could be Man United's best free-kick taker - Phil Neville

Paul Pogba could be the best free-kick taker at Manchester United even though he is not always their first choice, according to former defender Phil Neville.

Midfielder Pogba was unlucky to hit a post, from an impressive free kick, during the 2-0 EFL Cup semifinal victory against Hull City on Tuesday.

The France international has limited opportunities to take them when Zlatan Ibrahimovic is playing, but the Swede missed Tuesday's game with illness.

Neville told Sky Sports: "When Zlatan's playing, he doesn't get anywhere near free kicks. It was a brilliant free kick. United have got some good free kick takers, but he could be the best."

Pogba's free kick hitting the post meant that United have struck the woodwork 19 times in all competitions this season.

Pogba has suffered that fate on seven occasions this season, which is the joint-most -- alongside Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne -- among Premier League players.