Manchester United’s McTominay Shines in Victory Against Chelsea
Reported by Seongmin Lee | Published on 2023.12.07 16:07
On the 7th of December, Manchester United secured a 2-1 victory against Chelsea in the 15th round of the 2023/24 English Premier League (EPL) held at Old Trafford. This win propelled Manchester United to 6th place in the league standings.
McTominay’s Stellar Performance
Manchester United’s Scott McTominay emerged as the star of the match, scoring two crucial goals that ultimately led to the team’s victory. His first goal came in the 19th minute of the first half, putting Manchester United in the lead. In the 24th minute of the second half, with the score tied at 1-1, McTominay struck again, securing the winning goal for his team.
This season, McTominay has proven to be an invaluable asset to Manchester United. However, his future with the club seemed uncertain last summer, as transfer rumors linked him to several EPL clubs. Both West Ham and Fulham expressed interest in acquiring McTominay, but ultimately, the transfer did not materialize.
McTominay’s Impact
McTominay’s offensive prowess has been on full display this season, with 5 goals in 12 EPL games and a total of 6 goals in 16 games, including cup competitions. Notably, his goals have often been match-winners for Manchester United, turning the tide in crucial games.
The significance of McTominay’s presence in the team is evident from the impact his absence could have had on Manchester United’s performance. Without his contributions, the team may have faced challenges in securing crucial victories and maintaining their rank in the league standings.
Potential Ramifications of Transfer
Considering the pivotal role McTominay has played in Manchester United’s success this season, it is evident that his presence in the team has been crucial. Had he departed for West Ham or Fulham, the team might have faced significant challenges, potentially resulting in a lower standing in the league.
Manchester United’s performance may have been further compromised, particularly in light of the injuries affecting the team’s midfield. The absence of key players due to injuries could have further impacted the team’s overall performance.
McTominay’s unwavering commitment and remarkable performance have undoubtedly contributed to Manchester United’s success this season, solidifying his position as a key player for the club.
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Provided by Sportal Korea | 2023.12.07 16:07
[스포탈코리아] Reporter Seongmin Lee = Manchester United midfielder Scott McTominay scored several goals in the match against Chelsea and became the main contributor to the victory.
Manchester United won 2-1 in the 15th round of the 2023/24 English Premier League (EPL) against Chelsea held at Old Trafford in Manchester, England on the 7th (Korean time). Manchester United rose to 6th place in the league with 9 wins and 6 losses (27 points).
The player who shone the most in this game was definitely McTominay. McTominay put the team ahead by scoring the first goal in the 19th minute of the first half. His activities did not end here. McTominay scored an even goal in the 24th minute of the second half when the score was 1-1. Manchester United defeated Chelsea thanks to McTominay’s winning goal.
McTominay has emerged as a key resource for the team this season, but his position was actually unsettled until last summer. McTominay was the subject of transfer rumors last summer as he was linked with several EPL clubs. It was fortunate for Manchester United that they did not sell McTominay to another club.
#1 McTominay, targeted by West Ham and Fulham
Last summer, West Ham approached Manchester United about signing McTominay. West Ham, who sent Declan Rice to Arsenal, chose McTominay instead of Rice. According to global sports media ‘The Athletic’, West Ham offered 30 million pounds (about 49.9 billion won) to recruit McTominay, but it was rejected.
On transfer deadline day, McTominay was approached by Fulham. With key defensive midfielder Joao Palinha likely to move to Bayern Munich in Germany, Fulham had to fill his vacancy. Fulham added McTominay to their signing list along with Tottenham Hotspur’s Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg.
The transfer did not occur. West Ham brought in Edson Alvarez from Ajax to replace McTominay. Fulham, who failed to sign Hojbjerg following McTominay, withdrew their move for Palinha. McTominay remains at Manchester United.
#2 McTominay shows off his clutch skills
McTominay is showing his offensive instincts this season. He records 5 goals in 12 games in the EPL in the 2023/24 season. Including cup competitions, he has 6 goals in 16 games. He scored the most goals among Manchester United players in the EPL.
What is notable is that McTominay’s goal gave Manchester United the win. He scored two consecutive goals in extra time in the second half when the team was down 0-1 in the 8th round of the league against Brentford last October. Manchester United won 2-1 against Brentford. He also scored the first goal in the following game against Sheffield United (2-1 win).
It was the same in this game at Chelsea. McTominay scored the first and last goals, giving Manchester United a 2-1 win. Manchester United, who had lost 0-1 to Newcastle United after a sluggish performance in the previous round, managed to change the situation by beating Chelsea. Coach Erik ten Haag, who had been plagued by rumors of his dismissal, was also taking a breather.
#3 If McTominay had transferred → Manchester United lost 8 points and was 10th in the league
What would have happened if McTominay, who became the Bluebird of Victory, had left for West Ham or Fulham last summer?
First of all, there is a high probability that Manchester United will have lost points in the league. If we do a simple calculation, Manchester United could have lost to Brentford and Chelsea. Against Sheffield United, it would have been just one point. Manchester United, whose points lost by a staggering 8 points, would have the same points as Chelsea, who were 10th in the league with 6 wins, 1 draw, and 8 losses (19 points) in 15 EPL games.
There is a possibility that he has struggled to control midfield. Manchester United are currently suffering from several injuries in midfield. Mason Mount, Christian Eriksen, Casemiro, etc. were out of action due to injuries. Assuming this situation, Manchester United’s performance may have deteriorated further.
McTominay, who grew up in Manchester United’s youth team, has now become the player Manchester United need. Without McTominay, Manchester United may record lower results than they currently do. From Manchester United’s point of view, McTominay’s awakening is a big help for the club.
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