A quick look at results would suggest Manchester United are building momentum but those who have watched their recent wins would suggest otherwise.
08.10.2023 - 21:29 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Manchester United wrestled back some momentum in their Premier League charge with a rousing comeback win over Brentford on Saturday afternoon. Scott McTominay was the hero for United in that match as he scored twice deep into stoppage time to snatch three points at Old Trafford.
Before his introduction from the substitutes' bench in the 87th minute United were, seemingly, on course for their seventh defeat in all competitions this season. However, the Scotland regular - who progressed through the club's famed Academy system - promptly saved Erik ten Hag and his teammates.
McTominay will now jet-off with Scotland for the international break. Here are your latest evening headlines from United on Sunday, October 8.
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Ten Hag said he wanted "more football" by introducing Christian Eriksen for Casemiro against Brentford.
The sluggish Casemiro produced his worst performance for United and was replaced by Eriksen at half-time with Brentford 1-0 up at that stage. After an excellent debut campaign, the Brazil international has struggled all season and his position in the team is now in doubt after his interval removal.
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TV pundit Ian Wright has flagged up the roles played by McTominay and Alejandro Garnacho after they inspired United to their pulsating comeback win over Brentford.
Rarely used Scotland international McTominay - who was made available for transfer this summer - scored twice deep into stoppage time as United rallied in dramatic fashion. The 26-year-old netted in the 93rd and 97th minute to spark pandemonium in the stands at Old Trafford on Saturday
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