December 16th 2024.
Gary Neville couldn't help but gush over the performance of one particular Manchester United player during their recent match against Manchester City. Amad Diallo caught Neville's attention with his impressive skills and fearless style of play, which reminded the former player of none other than Wayne Rooney.
It seemed like United's Premier League struggles under new manager Ruben Amorim were set to continue as they fell behind against the reigning champions. But Diallo, who was given a more advanced role in the absence of Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho, turned the game around in a dramatic fashion. He won a penalty for Bruno Fernandes to equalize and then scored the winning goal in the 90th minute, securing a crucial 2-1 victory.
The 22-year-old has been a shining light for United amidst their inconsistent start to the season, and Neville couldn't help but sing his praises. "For Manchester United to win, it was all thanks to one man," he said on his podcast. "There were a few other decent performances, like Maguire, Martinez, and De Ligt in defense, but no one else stood out like Amad Diallo."
Neville was thoroughly impressed by Diallo's freedom, energy, and tenacity on the field, which he believes is a true representation of what a Premier League player should be. "He plays with the same enthusiasm and belief as a kid playing street football," he said. "Just like a young Wayne Rooney used to do."
The former United defender couldn't stop praising Diallo's impact on the game, from setting up the penalty through his relentless pressing to scoring the winning goal, which Neville believes will be a memorable moment for the young player. "The game may have ended in a draw, but Diallo deserved to win because he was the only one who stood out in a below-par performance."
However, Amorim was quick to remind everyone not to put too much pressure on Diallo, despite his impressive display. "He is a versatile player and very humble," the manager said. "But we must be careful with young players like Amad, as we tend to put them on a pedestal in our club. Let's stay grounded and not get carried away."
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