They’re the main Hero in that Southampton game,if they continue like this we will actually finish above Chelsea this season”, Paul scholes single out TWO Man united star for praise for their wonderful performance against Southampton – Not Fernandez and Not Garnacho

Paul Scholes was full of praise for two Manchester United players following their 3-0 win over Southampton at St. Mary’s Stadium. The victory earned United a valuable three points, edging them closer to their rivals, and even sparking hopes that they might finish above Chelsea this season if they maintain their form. Scholes focused on two standout performers who played crucial roles in securing the win, neither of whom were Bruno Fernandes or Alejandro Garnacho.

While Marcus Rashford and Garnacho contributed with important goals, the spotlight fell on two less-discussed heroes of the match. Matthijs de Ligt, United’s summer signing, broke the deadlock with a powerful header in the 35th minute, setting the tone for the rest of the game. His goal was crucial in giving United the lead, but his defensive performance was equally significant in maintaining their advantage.

Just before De Ligt’s goal, Andre Onana, United’s goalkeeper, made a pivotal contribution. Southampton had been awarded a penalty, and Cameron Archer stepped up to take the shot. Onana pulled off an incredible save, stopping Archer’s initial strike and quickly reacting to block the follow-up header. His quick reflexes preserved the clean sheet and prevented Southampton from gaining an early advantage. Onana’s heroics between the posts were crucial in ensuring United’s dominance throughout the match.

Former United defender Wes Brown echoed Scholes’ sentiments, singling out Onana and De Ligt for their outstanding performances. Speaking on MUTV, Brown emphasized how important their contributions were in securing United’s second clean sheet of the season.

Brown was particularly complimentary of De Ligt, who had faced criticism in previous matches. He noted how the defender bounced back with a strong display, making key clearances and standing firm in defense. “De Ligt needed a big performance, and he delivered,” Brown said. “He was in the right places at the right times, making crucial stops, and getting a clean sheet was a big bonus. Scoring the opening goal only added to his great performance.”

Onana’s performance also earned high praise from Brown, who lauded the goalkeeper’s game-changing penalty save. He highlighted how Onana’s quick reaction to the initial shot and his ability to stop the follow-up kept United in control of the game.

Both players were instrumental in Manchester United’s commanding victory over Southampton, and if they continue to perform at this level, the team could well exceed expectations this season. With solid performances from key players like De Ligt and Onana, hopes are high that United can continue to climb the Premier League table and perhaps even finish above rivals like Chelsea.