Amad: Man United star shoots down World Cup favourites

Manchester United have had quite a few gamers on worldwide obligation this week.

They had one final night time as Amad got here off the bench for the Ivory Coast versus France.

Irregular season

Amad burst into life within the 2024/2025 season however struggled to have the identical impression this yr.

He began the season as a wingback in Ruben Amorim’s system however moved to a winger in Michael Carrick’s formation.

Amad began the season fairly properly, however his kind noticeably dipped after coming back from the Africa Cup of Nations.

The Ivorian did end the season in higher kind and grabbed an help versus Brighton & Hove Albion on the final day of the marketing campaign.

He was subsequently known as up for his nation’s World Cup squad and began on the bench for Ivory Coast of their 2-1 pleasant win over France.

Amad performed 45 minutes and grabbed a late purpose to win the match for Les Éléphants.

He swept the ball dwelling from a first-time cross along with his proper foot to safe a late lead for the African aspect.

It was his only shot on goal within the match, and he additionally accomplished one out of three dribble makes an attempt.

Amad didn’t full any key passes or crosses within the match however did take care of the ball, making 88% of his passes.

The 23-year-old did assist out defensively, although, profitable 4 duels and recovering the ball the identical variety of instances.

It was his sixth purpose for his nation, and Ivory Coast will subsequent be in motion in opposition to Ecuador within the World Cup on 14th June.

They may even face Germany and Curaçao of their group.