Man Utd fans name one player Ruben Amorim has to start every week after performance vs Rangers
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Manchester UnitedMan Utd fans name one player Ruben Amorim has to start every week after performance vs RangersPublished 29 minutes ago on January 23, 2025By Destiny Omodion
In front of a packed crowd inside Old Trafford on Thursday night, United took on Rangers in a mouth-watering UEFA Europa League clash.
Amorim’s men were gifted the lead in the second half after a bizarre own goal by Rangers goalkeeper Jack Butland.
The visitors drew level in the final 10 minutes thanks to a wonderful goal by Cyriel Dessers.
However, United had the last laugh as captain Bruno Fernandes scored in stoppage time to secure a vital 2-1 win.
As a result, the Red Devils are in a great position to seal automatic qualification to the round of 16 as they currently sit fourth in the standings.
Reacting on social media, United fans were impressed with the performance shown by 21-year-old Toby Collyer, who started at the heart of Amorim’s midfield.
Toby Collyer stars as Manchester United beat Rangers in the Europa League
One fan said: “Remember the name Toby Collyer.”
Another tweeted: “Toby Collyer has had an excellent game tonight..hopefully the first start of many.”
A third fan added: “Toby Collyer, these performances aren’t going unnoticed.”
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Manchester UnitedMan Utd fans name one player Ruben Amorim has to start every week after performance vs RangersPublished 29 minutes ago on January 23, 2025By Destiny Omodion
In front of a packed crowd inside Old Trafford on Thursday night, United took on Rangers in a mouth-watering UEFA Europa League clash.
Amorim’s men were gifted the lead in the second half after a bizarre own goal by Rangers goalkeeper Jack Butland.
The visitors drew level in the final 10 minutes thanks to a wonderful goal by Cyriel Dessers.
However, United had the last laugh as captain Bruno Fernandes scored in stoppage time to secure a vital 2-1 win.
As a result, the Red Devils are in a great position to seal automatic qualification to the round of 16 as they currently sit fourth in the standings.
Reacting on social media, United fans were impressed with the performance shown by 21-year-old Toby Collyer, who started at the heart of Amorim’s midfield.
Toby Collyer stars as Manchester United beat Rangers in the Europa League
One fan said: “Remember the name Toby Collyer.”
Another tweeted: “Toby Collyer has had an excellent game tonight..hopefully the first start of many.”
A third fan added: “Toby Collyer, these performances aren’t going unnoticed.”
Someone else wrote: “Really good performance from Toby Collyer. Quickly becoming a first team regular.”
A fifth commented: “Toby Collyer has really played like an experience CDM today…the midfielder future is bright.”
Another fan said: “I think Toby Collyer should always start in matches where composure is needed in the midfield. The more he plays, the more his confidence grows.”
As per OptaJoe, Collyer became the ‘first Manchester United midfielder on record (since 2003-04) to record 50+ passes on their first appearance at Old Trafford in major European competition while also maintaining a pass accuracy of at least 94%’.
What has been said about Toby Collyer?
Speaking about Collyer after the match, United captain Fernandes said: “Toby doesn’t need help, if I’m honest. He is a great kid, a great example of a professional. He comes from the academy and knows his place, knows how much he wants to get into the positions of other players.
He trains very well every week, trains at the maximum. He’s a really good kid who wants to learn. He’s eager to listen and he has big, big qualities. He’s aggressive off the ball, he’s aggressive with the ball, he’s class in tight spaces, and is just going to get better.”
Toby Collyer’s performance against Rangers has clearly caught the attention of both fans and teammates, marking a breakthrough moment for the 21-year-old midfielder. His ability to dictate play, maintain composure under pressure, and achieve such impressive passing stats in his first major European appearance at Old Trafford is a testament to his potential.
Bruno Fernandes’ praise highlights Collyer’s professionalism, work ethic, and willingness to learn—key traits for any young player aiming to become a regular in the starting XI. With Collyer’s aggression off the ball and composure on it, he seems to be a perfect fit for Ruben Amorim’s midfield structure.
Given the fans’ reactions and his stellar performance, it wouldn’t be surprising if Amorim gives him more opportunities in crucial games moving forward. Do you think Collyer could be a long-term solution for Manchester United’s midfield, or will he need more time to consistently perform at this level?
