Erik ten Hag has explained how he has subtly gone about developing the relationship between Marcus Rashford and Bruno Fernandes in training.
26.02.2023 - 21:25 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Supporters lauded midfield enforcer Casemiro after he headed Manchester United in front in the Carabao Cup final against Newcastle United at Wembley on Sunday afternoon.
After a relatively uninspiring opening half an hour from the Reds, they got their noses in front with 33 minutes on the clock. Casemiro connected with Luke Shaw's free-kick delivery and he planted a firm header past Newcastle goalkeeper Loris Karius.
The goal went to a VAR check for a potential offside, sparking fears among the Reds supporters inside the stadium that it would be chalked off, but it was given, meaning the Brazilian held onto his fifth goal of the campaign. United had created very little up until the goal, meaning it was a moment greatly received and embraced by the supporters.
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Such is the way Casemiro has played a key role in United's transformation this season, resulting in him becoming a firm fans' favourite, the supporters quickly lavished him with praise on social media. Below, MEN Sport has taken a quick look to see what they had to say:
United doubled their advantage shortly after, with Marcus Rashford's strike finding the back of the net following a deflection off Sven Botman.
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