MARCUS RASHFORD has been warned he must “suffer” if he wants to succeed under new boss Ruben Amorim.
The ruthless manager axed Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho from Manchester United’s squad for Sunday’s 2-1 comeback derby triumph.
And Red Devils defender Diogo Dalot said: “If you want to succeed at this club, you have to suffer.
“If you’re ready to do that with us, we are going to be a good team. If not, there is no space for you.”
England forward Rashford, 27, and 20-year-old Argentina winger Garnacho were axed due to poor training.
Portuguese Dalot added: “The message was clear from the beginning – if you want to succeed, if you want to thrive, you have to suffer.
“That’s not just in football but in life. If you want success, you have to work hard and suffer.”
While United fans were ecstatic at the Etihad, the players are refusing to get carried away.
Dalot said: “The reality is this is step by step.
“With the new manager we are progressing, taking very good steps to where we want to go — but it will take time.
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“The last couple of years we had some crazy games like this, fighting until the end, and that’s the DNA of this club.
“We showed character and, even when we were losing games, our emotions were kept in control – which is progress from the last couple of years.
“When we were trailing against City we could have lost our heads.”
Fellow defender Harry Maguire has been a key part of Amorim’s new-look three-at-the-back system.
Maguire revealed talks over a potential new contract have been positive – and hopes it can result in an extended stay at Old Trafford.
AMAD DIALLO left Manchester City stunned as he turned the derby on its head.
The flying winger won a penalty, converted by Bruno Fernandes, in the dying embers to level it up.
But the best was yet to come as Amad flicked past an onrushing Ederson before expertly slotting in a dramatic winner from a tight angle deep into injury time.
Here’s how SunSport’s Neil Custis rated the Man Utd players…
Andre Onana – 6
He just does not fill you with confidence. Does not command his area and as we found out midweek in Plzen, his distribution from the back is a major plus for the opposition.
Wasn’t tested that much however.
Lisandro Martinez – 7
Looking a calmer presence under Amorim than he did before when he seemed to want to live up to his nickname from his Ajax days of ‘The Butcher of Amsterdam’.
Great through ball at the end to pick out Amad’s run for the winner.
Harry Maguire – 8
Had a great battle with Erling Haaland which the United man won.
The right call to bring the former captain in for such a big game. Looks like he suits the position in the centre of that back three.
Matthijs de Ligt 78′ – 7
A decent enough performance. Looked more comfortable alongside Maguire than other centre-back partners.
Diogo Dalot – 5
Mistimed his jump to be beaten to the ball by Josko Gvardiol for the City opener. Did not create enough going forward from his wing-back role.
Bruno Fernandes – 8
Missed a big chance after being put through by Hojlund and clipping the ball wide.
But when the moment comes from the penalty spot he is a cool head in the hottest of atmospheres sending Ederson the wrong way to equalise
Manuel Ugarte – 7
Sat in front of the back four and negated much of what Phil Foden was trying to do for the home side.
Noussair Mazraoui 78′ – 8
The best of the summer buys. Used as the right wing back on this occasion and is able to adjust to whatever is asked of him. One of United’s best performers on the day.
Mason Mount 13′ – 6
Looked very close to tears when he had to come off after early in the game. He is just getting no luck whatsoever with injuries and has not had a decent run since joining the club.
Amad Diallo 90′ – 9
The greatest moment of his career so far with a memorable derby winner. A brilliant run first of all to meet Martinez’ pass, he then clipped the ball past Ederson and while it was a scuffed finish he got it on target.
Had almost grabbed an equaliser with a flick header before that which was well saved by Ederson.
Then was alert to Nunes back pass to win the penalty that did lead to United drawing level.
Rasmus Hojlund 78′ – 6
Most we saw of him was a head to head confrontation with Walker when the City player slumped to the ground and a little fall of his own when he tried to win a pen.
But then he provided a great through ball for Fernandes which should have brought the equaliser.
Subs
Kobbie Mainoo 13′ – 6
Did a solid job as he came on in a deeper role than Mount and Fernandes moved forward
Joshua Zirkzee 78′ – 6
Not the man who is going to come on and change a game, but he did well to hold onto possession in the closing seconds.
Antony 78′ – 6
Came on to try and make a difference but is lacking the confidence which a lack of starts brings.
Leny Yoro 78′ – 6
Continues to ease himself back to full fitness after that summer injury.
Victor Lindelof 90′ – 6
No time to have any influence on the game.
The England centre-back, 31, said: “I’ve still got this year to go with an option in the club’s hands.
“But all the signs are positive and talks are ongoing.”
He has been impressed with Portuguese Amorim, adding: “We have a good structure, a good style of play. Tactically, he’s very good, a proven winner.
“He has been here a month and we’re really looking forward to where we can take this club.”
