Manchester United returned to winning ways in the Premier League with a 2-0 victory over Sunderland at Old Trafford on Saturday.
The Red Devils had picked up only seven points from their first six matches. Yesterday’s game against the Black Cats was a must-win.
The club dominated proceedings from the off and opened the scoring in the eighth minute after a fine strike from Mason Mount.
Benjamin Sesko doubled the lead from a Diogo Dalot long throw in the 31st minute.
The visitors tried to reduce the deficit, but goalkeeper Senne Lammens had a solid outing between the sticks on his United debut.
Meanwhile, Amad Diallo returned to the right wing-back position against his former employers, and he had his best game of the campaign.
The Ivorian has not been at his best since the start of the season. He has lacked the cutting edge in the final third, losing regular possession.
Against the Black Cats yesterday, Amad did not make a direct goal contribution, but had one big chance to find the back of the net.
He was lively over the course of 90 minutes and made several overlapping runs.
The 23-year-old completed 100 percent of his passes (38/38) while winning eight ground duels alongside six ball recoveries.
Amad made three key passes on the day, while completing three out of six take-ons contested.
The £39 million-rated star has had a tough start to the current season, but looked back to his best against the Black Cats at home.
The onus is now on replicating the performance when the Red Devils face arch-rivals Liverpool at Anfield after the international break.
If Amad can find consistency in his displays, he would become an undisputed starter under Amorim at right wing-back this campaign.
The position suits him better than the number 10 role, as he is a right wing specialist. He prefers to run down the flank to create chances.
Stats from Transfermarkt.com & Fotmob.com
