Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojlund is taking the positives from the team’s victory over Chelsea.
A convincing 2-1 home win for Manchester United was exactly what Erik ten Hag looking for.
The only thing lacking, still, was a goal for Rasmus Hojlund, who is still searching for his first Premier League strike.
Manchester United know Rasmus Hojlund can score goals. He’s netted five in the Champions League, but it’s just not happening at domestic level yet.
Rasmus Hojlund staying positive
Rasmus Hojlund attempted one shot last night, which was saved by Robert Sanchez. The chances aren’t falling for him.
On the other hand, he is occupying defenders in such a way that it creates space for Scott McTominay, which has seen the midfielder find his scoring boots.
Hojlund is staying positive, and had a message for Manchester United supporters on Instagram last night, focusing on the victory and three points.
The Denmark ace wrote: “We build on this. Great spirit today team.”
His message was ‘liked’ by teammates including Mason Mount, Marcus Rashford, Lisandro Martinez, Bruno Fernandes and Scott McTominay, among others.
Hojlund to follow Forlan?
Amazon Prime co-commentator Ally McCoist compared Rasmus Hojlund’s wait for a goal to former Manchester United striker Diego Forlan.
He quipped that Forlan ‘didn’t do bad’ with his career, although most of his success away from Old Trafford.
United will stick by Hojlund, there’s no Ruud van Nistelrooy to lean on, even though there ought to be.
But it is worth noting that a trip to Anfield awaits, the scene of two of Forlan’s most famous goals in a Manchester United shirt.
What a moment it would be if Hojlund could score to lead United to victory at Anfield in 10 days time.
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