Chicha's persistence pays

there, making space and getting the chances,” Rio told MUTV.

“He doesn’t let his head go down when he misses an opportunity - he always has the will and the desire to get in there and to be there to actually make that mistake in the first place. You get your rewards for that persistence and he got his.”

As a result of such a combative and ultimately heroic performance, Hernandez was named on a four-man shortlist alongside Robin van Persie, Ryan Giggs and Carrick for ManUtd.com's Man of the Match award. Cast your vote here. 

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