Ole Gunnar Solskjaer maintains that Mason Greenwood has ‘grown up’ and is now ‘more mature’ following Manchester United’s concerns about his idea and being kicked out of the England squad … and praises Edinson Cavani for teaching young people ‘new habits’.
- Mason Greenwood defeated United’s FA Cup player 3-2 over Liverpool
- It was his first goal in 11 appearances since scoring at West Ham in December
- Boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has urged Greenwood to build on his performance
- Solskjaer has also praised the youngster for growing and maturing at United
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has urged Mason Greenwood to build on his performance in Manchester United ‘s FA Cup win over Liverpool, and warned that progress alone will not happen’.
The Greenwood equalizer in the 3-2 win at Old Trafford on Sunday was his first goal in 11 appearances since scoring at West Ham in early December. The youngster also helped Marcus Rashford when United came from behind to earn a place in the fifth round.
Greenwood has been experiencing a difficult time following his advanced season at United after being knocked out of the England squad after his debut in Iceland to invite him. girls into the team hotel, and also criticized by United about his opinion on the training ground.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer persuaded Mason Greenwood to build on their FA Cup performance
However, Solskjaer believes the 19-year-old is coming of age and also picks up good practices from veteran striker Edinson Cavani.
‘We think Mason is going to be very important in the second half of the season, but that’s not going to happen on his own because he’s played well and on a score,’ the United boss said.
He stopped West Ham a while back and was expected to kick. He’s taken steps, he’s grown, he’s more mature and he’s been training with Edinson Cavani for half a season.
It was Greenwood ‘s first goal in 11 appearances since scoring at West Ham in early December
Greenwood has been having a tough time after his progressive season at Man United
‘He’s learning new habits. Whoever doesn’t learn a professional like him or Bruno or the players we’ve introduced is a shame. I am very confident that Mason will put in good performances and goals and help.
‘When an Edinson age striker runs close to 12km, he runs down every time the center-back gets the ball, every time the goalkeeper has the ball. , he engages in the middle of players.
He made a mistake for Liverpool’s second goal but was nearly as close to winning back in his own 18-yard box. His response, his level of work and his habits, his risk in the box, humility, coming in every day to do your best. He has taught us a lesson, all of us. ‘
Rashford went out of the game with a sore knee but scans have revealed just a few bruises, and Solskjaer expects the striker to be fit to face Sheffield United at Old Trafford on Wednesday night.
Solskjaer believes Greenwood has ‘matured’ since being sent home from international duty
He says Greenwood is picking up good practices from former striker Edinson Cavani (above)
‘Marcus is available, yeah. He trained in the morning and is available for selection. He knelt slightly but did full morning training. ‘
The game sees the top of the table in front of the lower team, but Solskjaer insists United will remain on the ground despite their position and the cup win over the Liverpool players.
‘We’re not getting away,’ he said. ‘We know we need to have consistency in results and achievements. The two teams that have topped the league the last three seasons (Liverpool and Man City) have been amazing in their consistency.
‘In many other seasons you would have won the league by 15-20 points less. We know it’s the beginning of something, we just want to be competitive and keep improving. ‘
