This season has been full of ups and downs for Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United in almost all aspects. They started their campaign with two losses, then they crafted a winning run of four matches. Then, Pep Guardiola’s Cityzens thrashed them in the Manchester Derby.
And now, they have secured a lucky escape against Cypriot professional club Athletic Club Omonia Nicosia. Cristiano Ronaldo got his third start in almost two months under Erik ten Hag. While for Casemiro, starting a game for Old Trafford is new.
Portuguese striker Cristiano Ronaldo was visibly unhappy with his performance and how things were going. His rage and disappointment were evident on his face from the start, and it remained till the end.
The 37-year-old has scored only one goal this season which was a penalty kick against FC Sheriff in the UEFA Europa League. Ronaldo’s demise has been unreal at Manchester United and under Erik ten Hag.
But some of the players have also emerged under the Dutch manager. Young players such as Anthony Martial, Marcus Rashford, Jodan Sancho and Lisandro Martinez are getting regular minutes under the former Ajax manager.
Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial under Erik ten Hag at Manchester United
But the name of Marcus Rashford has been the loudest. The academy graduate’s brace helped the English side to win the match. His numbers have been awe-inspiring this season.
The young Manchester United star also scored a praiseworthy double against Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal, in order to give them their one and only loss of the season yet.
Although in Cyprus, Marcus Rashford came off the bench to score twice and give his squad a win.
The other name that was commendable for Manchester United was of Anthony Martial. Coming on as a substitute in the last two matches of the Red Devils, the Frenchman has scored three goals.
