Manchester United booked a simple victory in the Premier League on Saturday. Manager Erik ten Hag’s team won 2-0 against Everton in front of their own audience. The return of Christian Eriksen gave the victory extra shine.
Eriksen came on in the 77th minute. Then the final score of 2-0 was already reached. Scott McTominay had taken care of the opening goal before the break by shooting from a difficult angle. In the second half, the goal was scored by Anthony Martial.
The return of 31-year-old Eriksen came faster than expected. The playmaker suffered an ankle injury at the beginning of this year. At the time, it was estimated that Denmark’s 120-time international would no longer be available for the rest of the season.
At odds with the joy of Eriksen’s return was Rashford’s failure. United’s tastemaker stumbled off the field in the closing stages and was replaced by Wout Weghorst. It is unclear what exactly is wrong with the striker.
At Manchester United there was a basic place for Tyrell Malacia. The former Feyeno player saw Luke Shaw, Ten Hag’s first choice for the left back position, injured in the match against Brentford on Wednesday.
The win puts United in a stronger position in the battle for a Champions League ticket. The top four will participate in the group stage of the million ball next season. Everton must fear that it will end up in the relegation zone this round.
Top vijf Premier League
- Arsenal 29-72 (+43)
- Manchester City 28-64 (+45)
- Manchester United 29-56 (+7)
- Newcastle United 28-53 (+26)
- Tottenham Hotspur 29-50 (+12)
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