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Nottingham Forest will Manchester United with former Red Anthony Elanga to welcome his ex-teammates led by Alejandro Garnacho and Antony to the City Ground.
As Nottingham Forest face Manchester United in the last match of the year on Saturday, a key focus will be the reunion between Anthony Elanga and his former teammates.
Ahead of that encounter, here's a detailed look at how Elanga compares to two of his former teammates, Alejandro Garnacho and Antony.
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Alejandro Garnacho had a goal ruled out for offside by VAR early in the second half but got on the scoresheet minutes later with a well-taken finish. He scored again in the 71st minute to get United back on level terms and Rasmus Hojlund got his first Premier League goal to seal an excellent comeback.
Nottingham Forest vs Manchester United
Nottingham Forest have had a season to forget which led to the sacking of the former Steve Cooper who has since been replaced by former Wolves manager, Nuno Espirito Santo.
After another winless run under Nuno Santo, Forest will face United with some momentum, having secured a comprehensive win on Boxing Day against Newcastle United.
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For Manchester United, managed by Erik ten Hag, they have shown inconsistent performances throughout the season.
However, they displayed signs of a turnaround after a solid offensive display inspired them to a comeback win against Aston Villa.
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Anthony Elanga: Impact at Forest
Since his move from Manchester United to Nottingham Forest, Elanga has been a revelation for his new club. With a record of four goals (the same number he scored at United in 55 appearances) and five assists this season in 19 matches, including two assists in Forest’s recent 3-1 victory over Newcastle, Elanga has proven to be a significant hit and threat.
Known for his incredible pace, the 21-year-old poses a danger to defences. His ability to go both inside and outside, combined with his finishing skills, makes him a versatile attacker.
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Elanga’s performance against Newcastle was particularly noteworthy, where his assists played a crucial role in Forest’s win.
Alejandro Garnacho
Garnacho has been in exceptional form, evident in his brace against Aston Villa that helped secure a 3-2 win for Manchester United.
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Playing predominantly from the left wing until the last game against Villa, Garnacho has been instrumental in United’s attack, showcasing his ability to influence the game significantly.
His recent performance against the Villains means much would be expected from the 19-year-old in the match against Nottingham Forest. His ability to create chances and score goals has been a key aspect of United’s attacking strategy.
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His double against Aston Villa took his tally to three goals and one assist in 17 matches for the Red Devils.
Antony
Antony’s role and impact remain a big debate since his arrival from Ajax Amsterdam last season.
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Generally, Antony is known for his dribbling skills, pace, and ability to create scoring opportunities, however, he has struggled to show that on a consistent level at the club
From the above, Elanga’s decision to leave Manchester United has paid off with the Swede better off compared to his former teammates.
As both teams prepare for the head-to-head battle, it will be interesting to see which of these players will build on their last performance and shine brightest.
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