After scrapping out a draw against Tottenham Hotspur in their first match after the restart of the Premier League 2019/20 season, Manchester United looked to bag maximum points from their next match as they took on Sheffield United in their first home game since March. The Red Devils got the much-needed victory, courtesy of a brilliant hat-trick by Anthony Martial.
The Frenchman looked to take on the opposition defenders from the word go and his tactics paid off well as he opened the scoring in the seventh minute of the match with a delightful shot past Simon Moore, who replaced Dean Henderson in the Sheffield goal. Martial went on to score two more goals in the 44th and the 74th minute, which ensured that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s men got all three points from their first game at Old Trafford after the restart.
This victory ensures that the Red Devils solidify their position at the fifth spot, breathing right on the shoulders of Chelsea, who are currently standing at the fourth spot in the league table. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer would be hoping for an even better performance from his side when they take on the relegation struck Norwich City, who are currently in the last position of the Premier League table, in their own backyard in their next encounter.
Key Points To Talk About From The Match Between Sheffield United And Manchester United
Anthony Martial’s Brilliant Form
The Frenchman looked to gun down the opposition defenders. He wanted to prove a point to the manager for a regular starting spot alongside Marcus Rashford. The duo has looked in good touch since the restart of the season. They made an immediate impact in both the games they have played so far. Against Tottenham as well, Martial looked in sublime and was unlucky to be denied a goal, owing to a top-class save pulled off by the Spurs skipper Hugo Lloris. He will surely be happy about his performance today though, as will be the fans and the manager of Manchester United.
Sheffield United’s defensive lapse against Manchester United
Sheffield United have looked a surprisingly strong unit this season. This especially when it comes to the backline. However, they looked out of sorts against the Manchester United attackers in today’s match. Martial and Rashford opened up their resistance as they fiddled with the ball. This got them into dangerous spaces throughout the match. The Frenchman making the most of the defensive lapses put forward by the Blades.
The race for the top four is on!
With Chelsea at number four spot in the PL table, United are looking to take them on. With inspiring performances from Martial and Rashford, they were able to get all the three points from this important clash. Solskjaer’s men will be hoping for a slip up from the Blues.
Another inspired performance from their forwards could be on the cards when they take on Norwich City in their next match. The Canaries are currently looking at the dreaded possibility of getting relegated. They are stranded at the 20th position and United would look to take advantage of this position. This is when they travel to Carrow Road for their next encounter.
