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talking points about Man United's 4-0 win in FA Cup: Sanchez shines in debut & more
6 hours ago / Cai
Manchester United sealed progression to the last 16 of the FA Cup with a comfortable win over League Two Yeovil at Huish Park.
New signing Alexis Sanchez made his Red Devils debut and provided a second-half assist for Ander Herrera in a 3-0 win for the Red Devils.
Marcus Rashford had earlier given United the lead in the first period, pouncing on a defensive mix-up in the Yeovil backline.
And Jesse Lingard made it three late on before Romelu Lukaku rounded off the scoring in stoppage time.
United now go into the hat for Monday's fifth-round draw. Here are five talking points from the game...
- Sanchez grows into debut
Alexis Sanchez will likely go on to be a hugely important player for Manchester United, but it wasn't the most eye-catching of debuts.
The Chilean was often seen dropping very deep, perhaps unsurprisingly trying to get his foot on the ball and impress his new employers.
But it wasn't the kind of rip-roaring display we've seen in Arsenal colours in recent years on his Red Devils bow.
A couple of inaccurate corners contributed to a frustrating first half in which he was also felled by a good, old-fashioned reducer by Yeovil defender Nathan Smith.
But he did grow into proceedings and played a key part in the second goal, running with the ball from halfway and sliding in Herrera to double United's advantage.
He was hooked after 71 minutes by Jose Mourinho and will be hoping to have more of an impact at Wembley against Spurs in midweek.
- It's a cruel game
When your big moment comes against elite opposition, you just hope to do yourself justice. Yeovil would have hoped that Man United would have been forced to produce something special to get past them.
Sadly for Tom James that was not the case, the Yeovil defender got himself in a good position to prevent Marcus Rashford from ghosting past him into the penalty area.
The problem then though was James failed to swat it clear with an urgency, instead hoping Artur Krysiak would collect.
A moment's hesitation is all Rashford needed, nipping in and tucking the ball away to break the deadlock to leave James devastated.
- Rashford impressive whoever the opposition
It's not often you watch Marcus Rashford play football and come away disappointed with his contribution.
Whether he's playing Real Madrid or, with the greatest of respect, Yeovil Town, he always gives his all and always provides a threat.
This evening was no different. He pounced on an error to score a ruthless opener and continued to spring in behind the Glovers defence after the break.
There has scarcely been a more meteoric rise of a young player since the Premier League's inception and Rashford will surely be an important player for England in Russia this summer.
- Herrera makes point
It's been a troubling season for Ander Herrera, who has been displaced by Michael Carrick in the starting line-up despite a terrific season last year.
The Spaniard is evidently dissatisfied at his lack of opportunities and thrived in a free role with protection from Carrick and Scott McTominay.
With Sanchez breaking in transition, Herrera sped past the Yeovil defenders to collect the ball on the left side of the penalty area before burying his shot well into the bottom right corner.
It's been a troubling season for Ander Herrera, who has been displaced by Michael Carrick in the starting line-up despite a terrific season last year.
The Spaniard is evidently dissatisfied at his lack of opportunities and thrived in a free role with protection from Carrick and Scott McTominay.
With Sanchez breaking in transition, Herrera sped past the Yeovil defenders to collect the ball on the left side of the penalty area before burying his shot well into the bottom right corner.
- No magic of the cup at Huish Park
It was a tremendous atmosphere at Huish Park but ultimately the watching locals didn't get the upset they were after.
United turned in a thoroughly impressive display, and discounting an energetic first 10 minutes or so, Yeovil never really looked like springing a surprise.
But it was still an occasion the Glovers fans will hold in fond memory as their side now focus all their attention on retaining their EFL status.