Manchester United 2-1 Watford: 5 Players that won United the game

#1 RomeLukaku

Watford FC v Manchester United - Premier League

The Belgian had a good International break, scoring two goals and he continued his goal scoring form into this game. At a time when United was written off by almost everyone, given Watford’s start to the Premier League, Lukaku scored early to calm the nerves and give United a much-needed confidence after a good start to the game. It wasn’t the most visually pleasing effort, but the Belgian made a vital connection to Young’s cross, with his tummy it seemed, to direct the ball past a hapless Foster. Doesn’t matter where they come from as long as they go in!

But Lukaku contributed with so much more than just his goal. He was monumental during defending set pieces, he worked beautifully with Lingard and Sanchez, who were both poor on the night. He provided fascinating speed on the counter, pushing the Watford defence back. And his hold up play was excellent too. He drifted to the right to allow Lingard space in the middle and he dropped down to let Sanchez make his runs inside. He stretched the defence and then almost set up Sanchez deep into the second half. And he tracked back like a raging bull when United was defending at the dying moments of the game. He showed desire, not just to score, but also to hold on to the lead and he was vital in United picking up an important away win.