Rashford and De Ligt Shine as Man Utd Triumphs 3-0 Over Southampton
In a commanding display at St Mary's, Manchester United cruised to a 3-0 victory over Southampton, with standout performances from Marcus Rashford and Matthijs de Ligt. The win not only showcased United’s resilience but also saw Erik ten Hag back Rashford amid recent criticism.
Southampton had their chances, particularly with a penalty opportunity in the 30th minute, but Cameron Archer’s weak attempt was expertly saved by André Onana. This crucial moment seemed to shift the momentum firmly in Manchester United's favor. From then on, it was all United.
Matthijs de Ligt opened the scoring for Manchester United in the 36th minute. A beautifully taken header from a Bruno Fernandes corner gave United a vital lead. This goal was a direct result of Southampton’s inability to handle set-pieces, a recurring issue throughout the match.
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Just five minutes later, Rashford doubled United's advantage. The England international, who had not scored since March, finally found the back of the net with a low shot from outside the area. This goal was a significant boost for Rashford, who had been the subject of recent criticism. Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag, however, had faith in Rashford's abilities, likening his goal-scoring potential to a ketchup bottle—once it starts flowing, more goals will follow.
In the second half, Southampton’s struggles continued. Their hopes were further dashed when Jack Stephens received a red card for a reckless challenge on Alejandro Garnacho. With a man down and the game slipping away, Southampton's resistance crumbled.
Alejandro Garnacho sealed the victory in the dying moments of the game. A precise pass from Diogo Dalot set Garnacho up perfectly, and the young Argentine made no mistake, scoring United's third goal. This late strike epitomized United’s dominance in the match.
Despite Southampton’s early promise, the game was effectively decided by the missed penalty and subsequent goals. United’s clinical finishing and strong defensive performance, highlighted by Onana’s crucial save and de Ligt’s solid display, ensured that they walked away with all three points.
Ten Hag praised Rashford's perseverance and reaffirmed his belief in the striker's potential to score more goals. The win not only boosts Manchester United's position in the Premier League but also provides a much-needed confidence boost for Rashford, who now looks poised to continue his scoring run.
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