Manchester United 0-1 West Bromwich Albion : 5 Talking Points

#5 Jay Rodriguez's performance deserved a goal

Jay Rodriguez scored the winner at Old Trafford

Although the goal may have come as a surprise to many, the goalscorer Jay Rodriguez, got nothing more than he deserved for an outstanding performance.

He was pivotal in getting West Bromwich Albion out of trouble with sprinting counter-attacks to help release the pressure.

He laid off balls to the likes of Solomon Rondon, in order to open up a chance and got close on a couple of occasions.

His peak moment came in the 72nd minute, losing his marker in Romelu Lukaku to head in the loose ball and send Old Trafford into shock and get the crowd to come to the realization that the Champions' tag would soon be bestowed on rival territory.

Rodriguez's performance was invaluable for a side who were mostly set up to frustrate the opposition and rely on a six-man defence, as their best opportunity to get a result out of the game.

He helped his side defend the lead in the dying stages as well, making it a near-perfect display from the ex-Saints forward.