Rasmus Højlund appears to be the real deal. Unfortunately this is not massively apparent at present as none of his so-called providers are the real deal.
Whenever Marcus Rashford passes the ball it is either a short one back towards his own goal or a forced one whereby, unless he passes or crosses, then the ball goes out of play. Rashford’s go-to tactics include blazing shots miles wide or straight at the opposing defender with the occasional variant being tamely giving away possession.
Antony is no better and is very much a one-trick pony. Playing on the right he will cut in and try to shoot with his left foot. The recent results of this tactic have all been shots which, for all we know, are still travelling in an upwards trajectory! His alternative, the right foot, is only good in helping him stand up. He also prefers to lose the ball before taking the better option of passing it.
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