Talking points from Everton 0 United 3
Manchester United’s 3-0 victory over Everton on Sunday is certainly one that will be remembered fondly by Reds supporters.
Most likely for a jaw-dropping Alejandro Garnacho overhead kick, that opened the scoring as early as three minutes in and really set United on our way to an impressive victory.
In what could be our final-ever trip to Goodison Park, with the home team set to move to their new stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock next season, Marcus Rashford doubled the advantage with a second-half penalty after Anthony Martial was fouled in the box.
Martial then got on the scoresheet himself late on to complete the scoring and make sure Erik ten Hag’s side would take all three points back to Manchester. Here are nine talking points from the contest…
In what could be our final-ever trip to Goodison Park, with the home team set to move to their new stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock next season, Marcus Rashford doubled the advantage with a second-half penalty after Anthony Martial was fouled in the box.
Martial then got on the scoresheet himself late on to complete the scoring and make sure Erik ten Hag’s side would take all three points back to Manchester. Here are nine talking points from the contest…
THREE GOALS, THREE POINTS
United had to weather a storm of Everton attacks in the lead-up to half-time, but otherwise had the better of the chances – and control – in the game amid an intense Goodison Park atmosphere. There really was no looking back from Garnacho’s third-minute wonder-strike, and Ten Hag’s team looked a continued threat going forward in the second half, as the game began to open up. Andre Onana’s work at the other end shouldn’t go without a mention though – the Cameroon international produced a number of key saves throughout, which were important in what you sense could be a confidence-boosting triumph for all involved.
GARNACHO AT GOODISON
It has a nice ring to it, right? Alejandro’s third-minute opener feels like it will be a goal that will not just be talked about over the next few hours and days, but for the coming weeks and years. Its stunning overhead nature, to convert a cross in from the right flank, naturally draws comparisons to Wayne Rooney’s famous effort against Manchester City in 2011 and Cristiano Ronaldo’s bicycle kick (for Real Madrid) away to Juventus seven years later. Is it better than those? It is certainly a debate to be had!
United had to weather a storm of Everton attacks in the lead-up to half-time, but otherwise had the better of the chances – and control – in the game amid an intense Goodison Park atmosphere. There really was no looking back from Garnacho’s third-minute wonder-strike, and Ten Hag’s team looked a continued threat going forward in the second half, as the game began to open up. Andre Onana’s work at the other end shouldn’t go without a mention though – the Cameroon international produced a number of key saves throughout, which were important in what you sense could be a confidence-boosting triumph for all involved.
GARNACHO AT GOODISON
It has a nice ring to it, right? Alejandro’s third-minute opener feels like it will be a goal that will not just be talked about over the next few hours and days, but for the coming weeks and years. Its stunning overhead nature, to convert a cross in from the right flank, naturally draws comparisons to Wayne Rooney’s famous effort against Manchester City in 2011 and Cristiano Ronaldo’s bicycle kick (for Real Madrid) away to Juventus seven years later. Is it better than those? It is certainly a debate to be had!
PENALTY DUTIES
United’s only penalties so far this season have come at home to Nottingham Forest and away to FC Copenhagen, with both converted by regular taker Bruno Fernandes, so there was some surprise around Goodison Park when the Portuguese handed the ball to Marcus Rashford to step up this time around. But Rashford converted at a critical time in the game, doubling our lead, and establishing a healthy advantage. It gets our no.10 back on the scoresheet and was a nice gesture from Fernandes, who presumably wanted to give his pal an opportunity to get back among the goals.
MARTIAL ON TARGET
Back among the goals at Everton too was Martial, who delicately flicked home his second of the campaign, to make it 3-0 late in the contest. Anthony has scored more goals (nine) against the Toffees than any other opponent in his career, and with Rasmus Hojlund on the sidelines for an unknown amount of time at present, it is unquestionably a positive for United to have Martial chipping in where it matters.
WELL PLAYED, KOBBIE
Making your first Premier League start in the hostile Goodison environment cannot be easy for any player, but Kobbie can be proud of his display on the afternoon. The 18-year-old, who impressed in pre-season before picking up an unfortunate injury against Real Madrid in Houston, cut a figure of composure in the middle of the park. His biggest contribution, however, was an important goal-line clearance to deny Everton a first-half goal when the score was 1-0. The young midfielder soaked in the ovation from our travelling supporters when he was replaced in the 72nd minutes, and so he should.
United’s only penalties so far this season have come at home to Nottingham Forest and away to FC Copenhagen, with both converted by regular taker Bruno Fernandes, so there was some surprise around Goodison Park when the Portuguese handed the ball to Marcus Rashford to step up this time around. But Rashford converted at a critical time in the game, doubling our lead, and establishing a healthy advantage. It gets our no.10 back on the scoresheet and was a nice gesture from Fernandes, who presumably wanted to give his pal an opportunity to get back among the goals.
MARTIAL ON TARGET
Back among the goals at Everton too was Martial, who delicately flicked home his second of the campaign, to make it 3-0 late in the contest. Anthony has scored more goals (nine) against the Toffees than any other opponent in his career, and with Rasmus Hojlund on the sidelines for an unknown amount of time at present, it is unquestionably a positive for United to have Martial chipping in where it matters.
WELL PLAYED, KOBBIE
Making your first Premier League start in the hostile Goodison environment cannot be easy for any player, but Kobbie can be proud of his display on the afternoon. The 18-year-old, who impressed in pre-season before picking up an unfortunate injury against Real Madrid in Houston, cut a figure of composure in the middle of the park. His biggest contribution, however, was an important goal-line clearance to deny Everton a first-half goal when the score was 1-0. The young midfielder soaked in the ovation from our travelling supporters when he was replaced in the 72nd minutes, and so he should.
Everton 0 United 3
ArticleAn extraordinary goal by Alejandro Garnacho leads to a valuable away win for Erik ten Hag's side.
MINUTES FOR SHAW
Another pleasing plus on the afternoon for Ten Hag and co was the return of Luke Shaw. The full-back hadn’t featured since our trip to Tottenham in the second week of the season due to injury, and he completed 76 minutes on his return. Our no.23 was able to play his part in another clean sheet for the Reds and will now be hoping to build up some rhythm in the coming matches, with nine more games to come before the end of 2023.
PREMIER LEAGUE PROTESTS
News of a 10-point deduction for Everton over the international break, for being found to have breached financial regulations, meant a defiant and spirited atmosphere was expected at Goodison for United’s visit. The home supporters made their thoughts known with passion, booing the league’s anthem before kick-off and holding up pink cards displaying the PL logo and the word ‘corrupt’ over the course of the 90 minutes.
GOODBYE, GOODISON?
It would be fitting for United folk if this was to be our last-ever venture to one of English football’s most storied and celebrated grounds. Everton are preparing for a move to their new state-of-the-art stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock in the 2024/25 season and, therefore, this may be the Reds’ final visit to the historic venue unless we draw the Toffees in the FA Cup this term. The United contingent that made the trip certainly enjoyed it and will no doubt rank Garnacho’s stunner up there with other brilliant moment that we have had in these parts down the years.
Another pleasing plus on the afternoon for Ten Hag and co was the return of Luke Shaw. The full-back hadn’t featured since our trip to Tottenham in the second week of the season due to injury, and he completed 76 minutes on his return. Our no.23 was able to play his part in another clean sheet for the Reds and will now be hoping to build up some rhythm in the coming matches, with nine more games to come before the end of 2023.
PREMIER LEAGUE PROTESTS
News of a 10-point deduction for Everton over the international break, for being found to have breached financial regulations, meant a defiant and spirited atmosphere was expected at Goodison for United’s visit. The home supporters made their thoughts known with passion, booing the league’s anthem before kick-off and holding up pink cards displaying the PL logo and the word ‘corrupt’ over the course of the 90 minutes.
GOODBYE, GOODISON?
It would be fitting for United folk if this was to be our last-ever venture to one of English football’s most storied and celebrated grounds. Everton are preparing for a move to their new state-of-the-art stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock in the 2024/25 season and, therefore, this may be the Reds’ final visit to the historic venue unless we draw the Toffees in the FA Cup this term. The United contingent that made the trip certainly enjoyed it and will no doubt rank Garnacho’s stunner up there with other brilliant moment that we have had in these parts down the years.
HOW THINGS STAND
United have now won five of our last six Premier League games and occupy sixth position in the table, on 24 points, two back from Tottenham above, and six from their north London rivals Arsenal at the summit. Next up for Ten Hag’s side in the competition, after a do-or-die Champions League assignment away to Galatasaray on Wednesday, is an away match at Newcastle United, the team directly below us in the standings, next Saturday.
United have now won five of our last six Premier League games and occupy sixth position in the table, on 24 points, two back from Tottenham above, and six from their north London rivals Arsenal at the summit. Next up for Ten Hag’s side in the competition, after a do-or-die Champions League assignment away to Galatasaray on Wednesday, is an away match at Newcastle United, the team directly below us in the standings, next Saturday.
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