During the Europa League return match between the United and Barcelona in Manchester, Antony distinguished himself by scoring the goal that would qualify his team for the next round. The action was voted the goal of the season by United fans.
With an off-center strike from the left foot, he had sent the ball into the back of the opposite net, his trademark. This goal prompted the team into the next phase of the tournament in a 2-1 win at Old Trafford. The first game ended 2-2 in Camp Nou.
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Goal of the Season Story
While the score was 1-1 all in the second leg and the team led by Xavi opened the scoring thanks to a penalty converted by Robert Lewandowski in the 18th minute, Fred then equalized by shaking the net. Extra time then seemed inevitable to decide between the two teams, but Antony had arisen at the end of the first period to score this goal which was rewarded with the title of goal of the season in Manchester.
Goal of the season!! 🔥🔥@ManUtd pic.twitter.com/egd3t8XmY5
— Antony Santos (@antony00) May 29, 2023
It is his first individual distinction gleaned with his new club, which he joined after leaving Ajax for 82 million euros. It is also his second trophy after that of the Carabao Cup also won this year.
As a reminder, the player started his career in Brazil at São Paulo. At only 23, he has played 44 games with Manchester United this season, scoring 10 goals and delivering 5 assists to his teammates.
