“This guy has become a threat to us in Premier League…He came in as a substitute but he gave me a restless time”: Tottenham Hotspur coach names ONE Man United’s player who was so dangerous and made him restless yesterday

Hussein13 hours agoLast Updated: December 20, 2024

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Manchester United were knocked out of the Carabao Cup by Tottenham Hotspur in a quarter-final that had no shortage of goals.

Manchester United were unable to book a place in the semi-finals are failing to come from behind, like they did in Sunday’s memorable Manchester derby win.

United lost 4-3 against Tottenham but the Reds put in a serious effort to crawl their way back into the game as the hosts led 3-0 at one point in the second half.

Ruben Amorim made five changes to his team that beat Manchester City in the Premier League, including Altay Bayindir stepping in for Andre Onana.

It was a big opportunity for Bayindir to make an impression on his manager. However, two mistakes will likely lead to Amorim thinking twice about starting him in the future.

The United head coach made several substitutions that made a positive impact on the game. Joshua Zirkzee scored minutes after coming on, Amad Diallo gave United further hope of a comeback, and Jonny Evans headed home in stoppage time.

Amad Diallo records more shots than any other player

Amad is an all-action winger who never gives up. This makes him an example for his other team-mates and his stats back that up on Thursday night.

After coming on with 56 minutes played, the Ivory Coast international piled the pressure on Tottenham with his pressing.

Amad was rewarded for his hard work when his pressing led to a mistake from Tottenham goalkeeper Fraser Forster.

Moreover, the 22-year-old recorded more shots (5) than any other player on the pitch tonight.

It’s an impressive feat for a substitute who was introduced in the second half. So is the fact he added a goal and assist to his goal contribution tally for the 2024/25 season.

Ruben Amorim has a new star

Amad is blossoming into one of the most important players in United’s first-team.

The winger was called upon from the best by Amorim to change the game in United’s favour, as he did on Sunday with a stoppage-time winner in the derby.

Amorim’s trust has been repaid again and Amad is likely to become one of the first names on the teamsheet.

At least there are positives to take from Thursday night’s defeat.