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It was a challenging day for Manchester United’s English forwards, as Alejandro Garnacho and Oscar Bobb stole the spotlight.
If United hoped for a resurgence for Jadon Sancho and Marcus Rashford this season, those hopes were quickly dashed. After a lackluster pre-season, the team exceeded expectations in the Community Shield against Manchester City but ultimately fell short. Despite their efforts, City equalized with a late goal, resulting in a 1-1 draw and a subsequent 7-6 loss in the penalty shootout.
Jadon Sancho became the scapegoat, missing a crucial penalty in the shootout, continuing his woes from the spot at Wembley. Marcus Rashford also faced criticism, squandering one good chance and another clear opportunity during regular play.
Despite the setback, Erik ten Hag’s team showed potential. Casemiro looked more solid, and Alejandro Garnacho continued his impressive form from last season, scoring a stunning goal to put United ahead.
Unfortunately for Ten Hag, there was no repeat of last season’s surprising FA Cup triumph. Bernardo Silva equalized in the 89th minute, and despite missing his penalty, Manchester City capitalized on errors by Sancho and Jonny Evans to claim victory.
**WINNER: Alejandro Garnacho**
The young Argentine forward excels in high-stakes matches, particularly at Wembley. After scoring in the FA Cup final, he once again broke the deadlock with a moment of brilliance. Garnacho had earlier set up Rashford, who hit the post. Unfazed, Garnacho skillfully navigated City’s defense to score with a delicate finish. He also converted his penalty with confidence, though it wasn’t enough to secure a win this time.
**LOSER: Jadon Sancho**
Wembley continues to be an unlucky venue for Sancho. This was his fourth final at the stadium, and he has now lost three of them, missing critical penalties on two occasions. Although this defeat may be less painful than the Euro 2020 final with England or the Champions League final with Borussia Dortmund, it was still a disappointment. Expected to start, Sancho was only brought on in the 83rd minute. His missed penalty shifted momentum in City’s favor, marking a frustrating start to his new chapter under Ten Hag.
**WINNER: Ederson**
Ederson’s inclusion in the lineup was a pleasant surprise for City fans amid speculation of a summer transfer to Saudi Arabia. His performance in the shootout demonstrated his worth to the team. Not only did he save Sancho’s penalty, but he also scored one himself, showcasing his unique skills and justifying Guardiola’s decision to keep him.
**LOSER: Marcus Rashford**
Despite Ten Hag’s praise for Rashford’s pre-season form, he failed to deliver in this crucial match. Rashford missed a difficult chance after a promising team move in the first half. However, his second miss was more critical, coming after a perfect setup from Bruno Fernandes and Garnacho. Rashford’s lack of confidence was evident as he struck the near post instead of scoring. With Rasmus Hojlund out for a month and Joshua Zirkzee still adjusting, the pressure on Rashford to perform has increased. His performance underscored United’s need for a more reliable striker, opening the door for other forwards to make their mark.
