Manchester United fans have all called on Ruben Amorim to put his faith in one player after a brilliant display against Rangers. 🗣️ “He needs to be in the team every single week going forward” Ruben Amorim might have just found the answer to all of his problems 👀
Manchester United Fans Call for Toby Collyer to Be a Regular Starter After Stellar Showing Against Rangers
Published January 23, 2025, by Destiny Omodion
On Thursday night, a packed Old Trafford hosted a thrilling UEFA Europa League encounter between Manchester United and Rangers.
Ruben Amorim’s team took the lead in the second half when Rangers goalkeeper Jack Butland inadvertently scored an own goal. However, the visitors equalized late in the game with a brilliant strike from Cyriel Dessers. Just when it seemed the match would end in a draw, United captain Bruno Fernandes delivered a dramatic stoppage-time winner, sealing a crucial 2-1 victory.
This win puts the Red Devils in a strong position to secure automatic qualification to the Europa League round of 16, as they now sit fourth in the group standings.
Among the standout performers on the night was 21-year-old Toby Collyer, who made an impressive start in midfield. Fans on social media were quick to praise his performance, with many calling for him to feature regularly in the starting lineup.
One fan tweeted, “Remember the name Toby Collyer,” while another wrote, “Toby Collyer has had an excellent game tonight… hopefully the first start of many.”
Others echoed similar sentiments:
“Toby Collyer, these performances aren’t going unnoticed.”
“Really solid performance from Toby Collyer. Quickly becoming a first-team regular.”
“He played like an experienced CDM today. The future of our midfield looks bright with him.”
Statistics from OptaJoe revealed that Collyer became the first Manchester United midfielder on record (since 2003-04) to complete over 50 passes with at least 94% accuracy in his first major European appearance at Old Trafford.
After the game, Bruno Fernandes heaped praise on Collyer, saying, “Toby doesn’t need much guidance—he’s a great professional. Coming from the academy, he’s eager to learn and puts in maximum effort every week. He’s aggressive both with and without the ball, composed in tight spaces, and has massive potential.”
Fernandes’ comments highlight the midfielder’s work ethic, hunger to improve, and technical qualities, making him a promising prospect for United. His ability to stay calm under pressure and dictate the tempo of the game makes him a natural fit for Ruben Amorim’s tactical setup.
Collyer’s performance against Rangers has undoubtedly earned him admiration from fans, teammates, and coaches alike. With such a promising debut, many are eager to see him take on a more prominent role in upcoming matches.
Do you think Toby Collyer could be the long-term answer to United’s midfield needs, or will it take more time for him to fully est
ablish himself at this level?
