August 24th 2024.
Manchester United's legendary player Rio Ferdinand expressed his disbelief over the club's decision to sell Danny Welbeck, who is currently making waves in the Premier League with Brighton. Welbeck, who had been with United since he was eight years old, had more than 100 appearances for the club and even won the Premier League title under the guidance of the legendary manager Sir Alex Ferguson.
However, in a surprising move, the former England international was sold to rival team Arsenal in 2014 and has since spent five successful seasons with Brighton. In fact, on Saturday, he even scored his 100th career goal in a 2-1 win against his former club, Manchester United. Before the Premier League clash, Ferdinand spoke highly of Welbeck and stated that it was a mistake for United to let him go.
Ferdinand went on to praise Welbeck's skills and professionalism, claiming that he was a valuable asset not just on the field, but also in the team's dynamics. He also highlighted Welbeck's ability to earn respect from opponents, even if some fans may not fully appreciate his talent. Former England midfielder Joe Cole echoed Ferdinand's sentiments, noting that players like Welbeck and Jonny Evans, who also left United, have gone on to have successful careers in the Premier League.
While United did manage to equalize with a goal from winger Amad Diallo, who scored after Welbeck's first-half opener, they were at the receiving end of a controversial offside call that denied them a goal. The game ended with a 94th-minute winner from Brighton's Joao Pedro, securing a 2-1 victory for the home team. Pedro expressed his delight over the win and the team's determination to defeat a big team like Manchester United.
Despite the loss, United fans can take solace in the fact that they have signed new players and continue to make progress under boss Erik ten Hag. As for Brighton, the win against a top team like United will surely boost their confidence and propel them forward in the league.
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