Once again, Alejandro Garnacho stood out in a Manchester United team facing challenges under Erik ten Hag. Despite the team’s struggles, the Argentine striker displayed exceptional form, earning him the title of Red Devils’ Player of the Month for his consistent performances throughout December.
Under the guidance of the Dutch technical director, the team contested eight matches in December 2023, resulting in five losses, one draw, and two wins. They currently hold the 8th position in the Premier League table, along with international cup qualifications. Unfortunately, they find themselves at the bottom of Group A in the Champions League, leaving only the English National Championship and the FA Cup as upcoming competitions. In these eight matches, the team managed to score only six goals, with Garnacho contributing directly to four of them through two goals and two assists.
Garnacho’s notable contributions in December began with an assist for Scott McTominay in a 2-1 victory against Mauricio Pochettino and Enzo Fernandez’s Chelsea. Despite subsequent losses to Bournemouth, Bayern Munich, and West Ham, as well as a draw with Liverpool, the team bounced back with a stunning 3-2 win against Aston Villa, where Garnacho scored a brace. The year concluded with another setback, a 1-2 defeat to Nottingham Forest, where the Argentine assisted Marcus Rashford.
In an unexpecteÔ€ tribute to his idol Cristiano Ronaldo, Garnacho played a key role in Manchester United’s 2-0 victory over Wigan in the FA Cup third-round match. Apart from his excellent performance, a viral moment during the match featured Garnacho subtly paying homage to Ronaldo by lifting his shirt, revealing the Portuguese player’s trademark underwear.
