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[Saba Sports News] In Premier League match week 37, Manchester United lost 0-1 away against Chelsea. Notably, at the 50th minute of the game, the referee noticed Rasmus Højlund secretly wearing a watch. With a smile, he handed it over to the staff on the sidelines. The camera then showed manager Ruben Amorim, who looked extremely displeased. This wristband-wearing situation for Højlund could be traced back as early as two months ago. During the second leg of the Europa League Round of 16, when Manchester United defeated Real Sociedad 4-1, Højlund first wrapped his wrist with a bandage. Days before the game against Arsenal, there was no visible accessory on Højlund’s wrist. However, in this game, the bandaged wrist also raises questions about whether it is related to wearing the watch, becoming a focal point for discussion among many fans and experts. Some believe Højlund might have been trying to monitor his performance or adjust tactics by wearing the watch, while others worry it might affect his performance, even involving potential rule violations. During the period he wore the watch, Højlund played in 13 matches, scoring three goals and providing two assists. His season statistics amounted to 50 appearances, 10 goals, and four assists.