Alejandro Garnacho found himself in disbelief after netting an extraordinary overhead kick during Manchester United’s 3-0 triumph over Everton. The stunning goal, likely destined to be remembered as one of the Premier League’s greatest, subdued the lively atmosphere at Goodison Park.
The Argentine forward confidently asserts that his acrobatic feat places him in contention for the Goal of the Season award, describing the moment, “I could not believe it, to be honest. I did not see how I scored, I just listened [as I fell] and then said, ‘Oh my god.’ It is one of the best goals I have ever scored, of course. I’m very happy. It is probably one of the best of the season.”
Garnacho’s teammate, Bruno Fernandes, echoed the sentiment, marveling at the strike and acknowledging the 19-year-old’s immense potential. Fernandes remarked, “I think even for the [Everton] crowd, they enjoy seeing these kinds of goals. It’s amazing that he [Garnacho] can do this, and we are all proud of him. I’m very happy to have him on my side. He has a great future ahead of him. We expect a lot from him, and he knows I’m always going to be behind him.”
Interestingly, Fernandes opted to let Marcus Rashford take a penalty that extended United’s lead in the second half. The decision, Fernandes explained, was rooted in his belief that Rashford needed a confidence boost. He stated, “I felt Marcus needed a little bit of confidence. He needed a goal. He is an excellent penalty-taker, too. I was 100% confident that he could score. It’s not about who takes it, it’s about making sure we score. After the penalty, Marcus was unstoppable. It’s about getting his goals back, and everyone will be saying that he’s world-class again.”
