Manchester United struggled for much of their match against Southampton at Old Trafford on Thursday. However, once again, they were rescued by Amad Diallo, who scored a hat trick in the second half to secure a 3-1 victory.

Amad’s Hat Trick Highlights
Amad’s goals came late in the match, all after the 80th minute, turning what looked like a certain loss into a remarkable win. This performance makes him the first Manchester United player to net a hat trick since Cristiano Ronaldo in 2022.

“CAN YOU BELIEVE IT!?!? IT’S AN INCREDIBLE LATE HAT TRICK FOR AMAD DIALLO. WHAT A TURNAROUND FOR MAN UNITED.”
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Amad has been a key player for United this season, scoring six goals and providing six assists in the league. Four of his goals were decisive, including winners against Manchester City and Liverpool.

Despite sitting 12th in the league, Manchester United has to address potential relegation threats, particularly in light of poor performance against lower-tier teams. Currently projected to finish with only 47 points this season, their next five matches, including games against Brighton and Tottenham, will be critical.

With Europa League play approaching, it will be vital for United not to rely solely on Amad to deliver in every match, especially given the struggles of other forwards under Amorim’s management. Additionally, the team will need to consider offloading Marcus Rashford to free up wage space and improve squad depth.

While Europa League should be prioritized for its potential to secure European football next season, the ongoing league battles present a mixed outlook, underscoring the need for reinforcements.