MANCHESTER UNITED fans cannot wait to see Anthony Martial back leading their attack after watching him in action for France.
The 24-year-old was chosen to lead Les Bleus’ attack in the 4-2 win over Croatia tonight.
He was given the opportunity to impress after star man Kylian Mbappe tested positive for coronavirus.
And despite not officially getting his name on the scoresheet, those Red Devils watching from afar were delighted to see him “officially announce himself” on the international stage.
After providing the assist for Antoine Griezmann to level Dejan Lovren’s opener, he then played a huge role in turning the scoreline on its head on his first start for France since March 2018.
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Right on the stroke of half time, he scrambled a close-range effort on to the post and the ball trickled over the line after rebounding off the goalkeeper’s back.
Sub Josip Brekalo levelled ten minutes after the restart as he muscled his way past three defenders before firing past Hugo Lloris.
France regained the lead through defender Dayot Upamecano as he took advantage of static defending to head home a Griezmann corner.
But Martial then won his nation a penalty that allowed Olivier Giroud to seal the victory on 77 minutes.
Despite England being in action as they were held to a dull goalless draw in Denmark, it seems many United fans switched channels to see how last season’s top scorer fared on the international stage.
And his display left them brimming with excitement ahead of the upcoming campaign:
Vintage performance tonight from Anthony Martial for France. His assist was Anto at this best. Running at defenders and the give and go. The OG was almost a perfect number 9's goal. He is getting better with every game. Stick with him now lads!
50 million#MUFC
— Robin Murray (@robinmurray__77) September 8, 2020
Martial brought cruise and flexibility to this France team.
— Ayomide
(@mide2nez) September 8, 2020
