Man United star was terrific in Africa Cup of Nations qualifier | OneFootball

Manchester United star Noussair Mazraoui delivered an impressive performance during Morocco’s 7-0 home victory over Lesotho in an Africa Cup of Nations qualifier yesterday.

The 27-year-old signed for the Red Devils from Bayern Munich last summer. He has been one of their best performers this season despite changing roles regularly.

Mazraoui has played in both full-back positions for the club. He has been consistent with his distribution, duel-winning ability and inverted runs into midfield.

The former Ajax man started from the right side of the back four for Morocco yesterday. He did not make a goal contribution but had a solid game.

Mazraoui had 93 touches with a passing accuracy of 90 percent. He won 100% of his aerial duels.

The defender also created two chances as Morocco dominated proceedings at the Honor Stadium.

United are set for a major tactical change following Ruben Amorim’s appointment as the new manager.

The Portuguese has played with a 3-4-3 or 3-4-2-1 set-up throughout his managerial career and he is expected to go with a similar formation at United.

This could bring the best out of Mazraoui. The £25 million-rated star has shown that he is comfortable inverting into midfield, and he could be a regular starter under Amorim.

Mazraoui’s work rate has been impressive on both ends of the pitch. He could become the manager’s favourite if he continues his bright start to his United career.

United return to Premier League action with a visit to Ipswich Town on Sunday. United have received an early boost with Kobbie Mainoo back in training.

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