Leeds attacker Wilfried Gnonto has opened up on the feeling of scoring against Manchester United at Old Trafford after getting on the scoresheet earlier in the season.
The 19-year-old signed for Leeds from Swiss club FC Zurich in the summer transfer window, and he has gone on to register four goals and three assists in 20 appearances for the Yorkshire outfit. Gnonto has been impressive for the Whites this season and has been linked with a move away from Javi Gracia's side at the end of the campaign.
The Italy international, who has been one of Leeds' standout performers this term, scored against Erik ten Hag's men in the 2-2 draw at Old Trafford in early February. The away side took a surprise lead inside 60 seconds, courtesy of Gnonto's right-footed effort from the edge of the penalty area.
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Gnonto admitted that it was a "beautiful moment", but suggested he was surprised by the atmosphere inside the ground after putting Leeds in front early on against United.
Speaking to Italian outlet Corriere della Sera, he said: "I was struck by the silence that fell [on Old Trafford], also because the goal came unexpectedly, after one minute. A beautiful moment."
He also praised United attacker Marcus Rashford, suggesting that the England ace - who has registered 27 goals and nine assists in all competitions this season - is among the players who have impressed him the most in the Premier League.
Rashford scored in both matches against Leeds this season, with Ten Hag's side winning 2-0 at Elland Road after being held to a draw at Old Trafford.
"Of course, I followed him a lot. It's only right that a player of his level takes advantage of the opportunity to give positive messages and help others," Gnonto added.
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