The Red Devils dominated their Scottish counterparts on Saturday at Murrayfield, in a summer preparation match (2-0). This on goals from Amad Diallo and Joe Hugill. A match in which Leny Yoro participated, just two days after the officialization of his arrival from Lille, for nearly 70 million euros.
Starting in central defence alongside Jonny Evans, the former Dogue played the entire first half, distinguishing himself on two points in particular: the number of balls touched (51) – more than anyone else in this game; the number of passes made (48, including 44 successful) – also a benchmark in this match. The player in question won over his fans in the space of three quarters of an hour.
Compared to Rio Ferdinand
” For me it was incrediblethe young French Espoirs international congratulated himself after his outing on MUTV. The team really played a good game. I’m happy with my performance and I hope we continue like this.. » A self-satisfaction which could be fuelled by the comments of the British press regarding him.
The Manchester Evening News hails ” an encouraging first “, noting at least two decisive interventions to help his team keep a clean sheet. The Guardian goes further in its praise, noting ” a quality of passing and composure “worthy of” Rio Ferdinand School “A nice compliment. To be honoured soon during a training camp in the United States which will see Manchester United face Arsenal, Betis Seville and Liverpool.
