ESPN pundit raves about Man Utd star Rasmus Hojlund and what he did late in Plzen win, ‘I love that’

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Manchester United are back to winning ways just in time for the Manchester derby.

United’s 2-1 victory away at Plzen came courtesy of two Rasmus Hojlund goals, and the striker was a little annoyed not to have a third.

Hojlund was seen bickering late in the game with teammate Amad, over a passing opportunity, with the Dane desperate for a chance to get his hat-trick.

Head coach Ruben Amorim commended Hojlund and Amad’s passion and will to win, and encourages dialogue between his players.

Rasmus Hojlund praised

The win for Manchester United means there are positive words being uttered about the squad via the media, rather than the players being criticised.

Rasmus Hojlund’s actions sparked some praise, with ESPN pundit Frank Lebouef commending the striker’s attitude and performance.

Lebouef said: “I love what Hojlund does, I love the fact he comes on and works hard, yeah he can be a little bit clumsy but you can feel that the guy is fighting.

“He’s fighting with his assets and his weaknesses, but he does that, he’s not happy with not scoring a third goal, I love that.”

He added: “I’m 100 per cent with Hojlund, you have to communicate and show your anger, share it with your teammates.”

Amad a key player

Amad Diallo may have exchanged word with Hojlund, but he was just as key to Manchester United’s victory.

It was Amad’s shot that was parried into Hojlund’s path for Manchester United’s opening goal, continuing his run of strong form since Ruud van Nistelrooy brought him back into the team during his interim spell.

Leboeuf added: “Diallo is the most talented player so far. He’s showing United the way to play football in a good way.”

Impressively, Amad is shining at two positions, thriving at wing-back and in attacking midfield, giving Amorim a positive dilemma in terms of where he plays him in the derby.