During Saturday’s match against Everton at Old Trafford, Alejandro Garnacho made Manchester United history by winning two penalties in the same Premier League game. The Argentine forward was brought down by James Tarkowski early in the match, resulting in Bruno Fernandes converting a penalty to give United the lead.
Later in the first half, Garnacho was fouled again, this time by Ben Godfrey, leading to Marcus Rashford stepping up to convert the spot-kick and double United’s lead. Garnacho’s feat marked the first time a United player has won two penalties in a single Premier League match.
Furthermore, it was the first instance in which Manchester United had two different players score penalties in the first half of a Premier League fixture. Fernandes generously allowed Rashford to take the second penalty kick, showcasing the team’s unity and versatility in such situations.
Garnacho’s contributions have been invaluable to United this season, with the 19-year-old making 37 appearances across all competitions, scoring seven goals and providing five assists. Manager Erik ten Hag praised Garnacho’s performance after the match, highlighting his progress and impact on the team’s attacking play.
The victory over Everton was crucial for Manchester United, narrowing the gap to fifth-placed Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League standings. However, with two games more played than Spurs, United need to maintain their momentum and continue winning matches to close the gap further.
Next, Manchester United will focus on the FA Cup quarter-final clash against Liverpool at Old Trafford, aiming to progress further in the competition. Ten Hag emphasized the importance of securing wins and maintaining pressure on teams above them in the league table, recognizing the competitive nature of the Premier League.
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