Alejandro Garnacho reportedly insisted on returning early to Manchester United training after guiding Argentina to Copa America glory.
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Garnacho starred with Argentina in Copa AmericaHeaded back to Carrington earlier than expectedUnited staff were impressed with his commitmentWHAT HAPPENED?
According to the the 20-year-old winger, who played a pivotal role in Argentina's success, requested to return to training at Carrington sooner than expected. Despite the physical and mental toll such high-stakes competitions can take, Garnacho chose to forgo an extended break in favour of preparing for the Community Shield which speaks volumes about his professionalism.
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Although Garnacho started the Community Shield clash against Manchester City on the bench, his impact on the game was undeniable. Introduced in the 59th minute, Garnacho turned the tide in United's favour by scoring in the 82nd minute, giving his team a crucial lead. The goal earned him a place in the history books as he became the youngest United player to score in the Community Shield since George Best achieved the feat in 1965.
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Garnacho's performance in the Community Shield was not an isolated incident. Last season, the young winger played over 400 more minutes than any other teenager in the Premier League, showcasing his importance to Erik ten Hag's squad.
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With the Premier League season opener against Fulham just around the corner, Garnacho is expected to start the match. His early return to training and impactful performance in the Community Shield suggests that he is more than ready to take on the challenges of the new season. United fans will be eager to see if Garnacho can build on last season's successes and continue his upward trajectory as one of the most exciting young talents in world football.