Manchester United’s runners-up branded ‘absolutely sensational’ after Crystal Palace’s win

Manchester United’s runners-up branded ‘absolutely sensational’ after Crystal Palace’s win

Casemiro is back to his best for Manchester United with the former England international calling the Brazilian “absolutely sensational” after the 3-0 Carabao Cup win over Crystal Palace at Old Trafford.

After scoring a trademark header – converting Mason Mount’s first assist in a Manchester United shirt – you could almost see the metaphorical weight lifted from Casemiro’s shoulders.

Arguably no member of Erik ten Hag’s team has faced more criticism than he has in the first weeks of the new campaign, and this is a way of reminding detractors that this class is real. long existence.

Casemiro shines in Manchester United’s victory

“To be honest, it’s really sensational,” Andros Townsend, the former England, Tottenham Hotspur and Everton winger, told Sky Sports (September 26, 10pm). “It was a pleasure to watch him today.”

Casemiro is perhaps better known for his astute tackling than his playmaking ability. But with Man United dominating nearly 70% of possession and making 400 more passes than the away team, the former Real Madrid defender took the opportunity to show off his variety and creativity in passing. his pass, pierced Crystal Palace’s defense like a dagger. and Anthony Martial’s strike was a stunning cross from the right wing.

Then again, combined with the energetic Hannibal Mejbri, Mason Mount and Sofyan Amrabat – rather than the aging Christian Eriksen and seemingly indifferent Scott McTominay – it’s perhaps no surprise that Casemiro looks like a reincarnated man.

“Absolutely sensational”

“I thought in the first half the vision changed the game. And then, in the second half, when Palace came out and started to leave space, he – without even looking – made passes between the lines, made no-look passes,” said Townsend. more.

“He was really impressive. Even in Martial’s goal. The care that goes into the collar… it is such a joy to watch.

With his 32nd birthday just a few months away, perhaps this – Amrabat, Mount and/or Mejbri running for him – is the key to prolonging Casemiro’s career at Manchester United.