Ronaldo's cheeky nod to Antony
The past few days have seen plenty said about Antony's showboating in the win over FC Sheriff in the Europa League.
It was a piece of skill that caused huge debate, with many pundits criticising the winger for showing off. His absence from the matchday squad on Sunday had social media whisperers claiming it was down to the aforementioned spin.
But Ten Hag said pre-match that it was in fact injury which ruled him out against the Hammers. However, his trademark spin was still evidenced out on the pitch.
Cristiano Ronaldo, a player not shy of showcasing the odd dribble or two, was filmed pulling off the 'Antony spin' during the warm-up, with tongue firmly in cheek as highlighted by the cheeky grin plastered over his face.
Read more: Why Antony and Lindelof missed the win over West Ham
Rashford aware of achievement
Some players take landmarks in their stride whilst others do not even notice them.
Not Marcus Rashford. His textbook header late in the first half saw him reach the 100 club for United. In doing so he moved into the top 20 on the club's all-time list of goalscorers.
And rather than just celebrate with teammates, Rashford made special note of the landmark by making a 100 sign with his hands - bringing to mind a very similar celebration by Cristiano Ronaldo when he achieved the same feat during his first spell at Old Trafford.
Dalot cements his importance
Diogo Dalot is an ever-present for United in all competitions this season. In fact, he's the only outfield player to start every game in both the Premier League and Europa League this term.
That would have been quite an eye-opener in previous seasons but the Portuguese has come on leaps and bounds under Ten Hag.
Here he was in superb form. He clipped in a wicked ball for Rashford just prior to the opener and in terms of stats Dalot was seemingly everywhere with three interceptions and three clearances.
He also, impressively, made four key passes which is some going for a full-back. He is fast becoming one of the first names on the team sheet.
Late Fernandes blow
Bruno Fernandes picked up a late caution which ate up a portion of time at the end of this contest.
Whilst many United fans would accept that as a small price to pay to ensure the victory was achieved, it had repercussions for the Portuguese.
It means he's now picked up five yellows and with the cut-off point not until the 19th game of the campaign it means Fernandes will be forced to sit out next week's trip to Aston Villa. He becomes the second United player to fall victim to this rule after Scott McTominay also reached the limit earlier in the season. United's discipline - or lack of - remains a big issue that Ten Hag needs to try and sort out.
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