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Manchester United striker Joshua Zirkzee has hailed his partnership with Amad Diallo, explaining that their link-up on the pitch just comes naturally.
The two stars were on fire as United cruised to a 4-0 victory over Everton on Sunday. Zirkzee and Marcus Rashford grabbed two goals apiece to secure what was Ruben Amorim’s first Premier League victory.
Two of Zirkzee’s goals were created by Amad, who was spectacular against the Toffees. For Zirkzee’s first, Amad won the ball before handing it over to Bruno Fernandes, who easily found an incoming Zirkzee. The Netherlands international produced a superb finish to beat Jordan Pickford.
In almost a similar manner, Amad pinched the ball off an Everton defender once again and squared it to Zirkzee who proceeded to plant it into the back of the net.
Before his brilliant brace on Sunday, Zirkzee last scored for United on his debut against Fulham on August 16.
He spoke to reporters [via Manchester Evening News] and praised his teammates for always encouraging him even as he underwent an 18-game goal drought.
Zirkzee also opened up on his partnership with Amad.
“Obviously, the longer it takes before you get back on the scoresheet the more frustrating it gets. But I have some great teammates who always keep my head up as well when I’m not keeping it up. They helped me a lot during that time as well. Today they were happy for me as well.”
When asked of Ruben Amorim requested him to play a different tole to Erik ten Hag, Zirkzee responded, “Er… Yeah, maybe. I dunno… Yeah, that’s a good question.”
“I felt comfortable today in the role I was in. Of course, the goal helps as well for a striker, so that also helps. But yeah, we all came out with the confidence that we were gonna win this game.”
“There are some slight differences, yeah. I go out there and try and do what he asks me and expects.”
On Amad, Zirkzee said, “Just natural, I think, but same with all the other guys. It takes some time to have connections in a team when you’re new. With Amad, it’s very easy to play but same with all the other players in the team.”
“I wish I could explain to you. It’s easy. He always gives you an option. Just comes natural. I wish I could explain!”
United return to action on Wednesday when they take on Arsenal in North London.
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