[스포티비뉴스=맹봉주 기자 / 박진영 영상기자] Cristiano Ronaldo is out and it’s a win-win.
Manchester United are on a seven-game winning streak. In the 3rd round of the FA Cup held on the 7th (hereinafter Korean time), they defeated Everton 3-1 and advanced to the round of 32.
They haven’t lost in over 3 months since losing 1-3 to Aston Villa on 6 November last year. Coincidentally, after the contract with Ronaldo was terminated and sent out, the team atmosphere and performance improved remarkably.
Ronaldo’s vacancy is being filled by Marcus Rashford. All three of Manchester United’s goals against Everton were the work of Rashford.
The first goal was scored by Anthony, who received Rashford’s pass, and the second goal was recorded as an own goal when an Everton defender tried to kick off Rashford’s cross from the left flank. The key goal was scored from a penalty kick by Rashford.
Scored 5 goals and 2 assists in the 5 games played after the season resumed. It has been reborn as the nucleus of Manchester United’s attack.
After the game, Manchester United coach Eric ten Haag praised Rashford, saying, “I can’t stop Rashford. He is full of confidence. He threatened the Everton defense for 90 minutes.”
Everton coach Frank Lampard, the enemy’s captain, also praised him, saying, “No one will be able to stop Rashford if he has the same performance as he has recently.”
Rashford scored a total of 8 goals last season. He has already scored 13 goals this season. At least so far, it’s Manchester United where Ronaldo’s place has not been felt.