Manchester United striker Antony was delighted to be replaced by Cristiano Ronaldo on his Red Devils debut in opposition to Arsenal on Sunday.
Antony was Erik ten Hag’s primary transfer target to bolster his assault all through the summer months. Right after quite a few rounds of talks and features, Manchester United convinced Ajax to provide it for € 100 million in the previous week of the transfer window.
10 Hag’s self-assurance in the 22-12 months-previous was even further highlighted when he threw him straight into the combine towards Arsenal on Sunday (4 September). The winger made his debut in a main Leading League match a couple times just after becoming a member of the club.
However, Antony was not put off by the occasion as he carried out a stellar functionality in entrance of the Previous Trafford group. He opened the scoring for the Red Devils in the 35th minute of participate in and aided them earn 3-1.
The Brazilian worldwide was then replaced by Cristiano Ronaldo all around the hour. It appears to be that he considers the replacement of the 37-12 months-previous one particular of the highlights of his debut.
In a series of Instagram tales he posted after the activity, Antony reserved one particular for Ronaldo. The posted an picture of the Portuguese icon she wears for him throughout the game collectively with the title (translated): “Idol.”
It is well worth noting that the rating was 1- in favor of Manchester United when Antony left the pitch. Nevertheless, Bukayo Saka drew for Arsenal just two minutes later on.
Having said that, Marcus Rashford restored the Purple Devils’ guide in the 66th moment of the match. The England worldwide observed the intention in significantly less than 10 minutes, securing a 3-1 victory for his facet.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s drought carries on at Manchester United
Cristiano Ronaldo observed constrained taking part in time at Manchester United less than Erik ten Hag this season. His newest get started for the staff came with a 4- reduction to Brentford in the Premier League previous month.
The five-time Ballon d’Or winner recorded extra than 30 minutes of play against Arsenal on Sunday. He appeared identified to place his identify on the document, but unsuccessful in his makes an attempt.
Therefore, Cristiano Ronaldo has still to locate the goal for the Red Devils this period regardless of producing 6 appearances. He hopes to stop his scoring drought soon.
The 37-calendar year-outdated could be in the commencing eleven when Ten Hag’s aspect enjoy their first match of the period in the UEFA Europa League this 7 days. Thursday (September 8) they will host the Authentic Sociedad.
Curated by Dakir Mohammed Thanveer
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