It was the best of the game Alejandro Garnacho scored the only goal for Manchester United in his visit to Anoeta. His first goal with the Red Devils shirt. A victory by the minimum that did not help the English to be first in the group. The 18-year-old Spanish-Argentinean was playing his second game as a starter of the season and he did so with a brilliant left-footed goal in his new partnership with Cristiano Ronaldo.
But it wasn’t all pretty words for the rising United star. Bruno Fernandezauthorized voice inside the red locker room, sent him a blushing message after the game. Message from those who tan the career of a young footballer. “He was good but he knows we expected a lot from him. At the beginning of the season he was not at his best. In the preseason he didn’t have the best attitude that he should have, that’s why he didn’t get his chances. He is now training better, with a better attitude ”, explained the Portuguese international. A new predisposition that has convinced coach Ten Hag to give him more opportunities. “I am very happy with his performance: he was a threat, he scored a goal and he did well defensively. It was a great ending, a great attack and really enjoyable.”the Dutch coach analyzed his role against Real Sociedad.
Garnacho is taking advantage of the minutes that Ten Hag concedes and is shining up front in this final of the Europa League group stage. So much so that he dared to imitate his partner, and idol, Cristiano Ronaldo in his celebration: hands clasped on his chest. A very significant gesture. Like his message on instagram after the crash: “18 years and 125 days dreaming of this moment. Thank you idol, Cristiano Ronaldo.” Message accompanied by a photograph with the Portuguese star. From star to future star.