Jadon Sancho sent a message to England manager Gareth Southgate with a fine goal and a solid display as Man United comfortably disposed of Moldovan side Sheriff in the Europa League.
England’s squad was named earlier today for their upcoming Nations League games against Italy and Germany, with the 22-year-old left out of the squad despite his impressive start to the season.
No Jadon Sancho In Southgate's Squad
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❌ Manchester United duo Marcus Rashford and Jadon Sancho miss out— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) September 15, 2022
This set of games will be the last international games to impress before the World Cup kicks-off in November in Qatar.
His teammate Marcus Rashford was also left out, although he is currently ruled out through injury. Jack Grealish and Mason Mount have been included, despite their slow starts to the season, while Harry Maguire and Luke Shaw have been included, despite losing their place in Manchester United’s starting XI.
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After a difficult first season in the Premier League, Jadon Sancho looks to be a vital part of Erik Ten Haag’s plans for the season, with three goals already in all competitions. Like many of his team-mates after a difficult start to the season, Manchester United have found their rhythm under their new coach.
Sancho reminded Southgate of his qualities with a calm finish to give Manchester United the lead in their 2-0 victory over Sheriff FC. With their fixture against Leeds postponed due to lack of police resources available due to the Queen’s passing, Ten Haag fielded a full-strength side.
Jadon Sancho With A Neat Finish
A goal of real quality from Manchester United. 💯#SHEMUN | #UEL pic.twitter.com/Jv8828Dken
— Virgin Media Sport (@VMSportIE) September 15, 2022
Cristiano Ronaldo scored his first goal of the season from the penalty spot, and his first ever Europa League goal, as Manchester United got their European campaign back underway following an opening day 1-0 defeat to Real Sociedad.
In the other game in the group, Real Sociedad continued their 100% start with a 2-1 victory over Neil Lennon's Omonia Nicosia.
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