Manchester United returned to winning form in the Premier League with an emphatic 4-0 victory over Everton at Old Trafford on Sunday.

The Red Devils entered the match seven points adrift of the top four but reduced the gap to four with a confident performance.

United endured a lackluster opening half-hour, as Everton failed to capitalize on opportunities due to poor decision-making in the final third. Marcus Rashford finally broke the deadlock in the 34th minute, igniting his side’s momentum.

From that point, United controlled proceedings, delivering a dominant second-half display to secure the win.

Amad Diallo Shines in Star Performance

Amad Diallo stood out with a stellar all-around display at right wing-back. The 22-year-old contributed two second-half assists and excelled in multiple facets of the game.

Diallo won an impressive 12 duels, completed all four of his dribble attempts, and achieved a perfect 4/4 in tackles. His passing accuracy stood at a commendable 86%, earning him an 8/10 rating from Manchester Evening News.

Despite struggling for consistent minutes under former manager Erik ten Hag, Diallo has thrived under Ruben Amorim’s guidance. His performance against Everton showcased his potential to become a mainstay in the starting XI.

Top Four Race Intensifies

United’s victory brings them closer to the top four, but they face a stern test on Wednesday against Arsenal at the Emirates.

With Kobbie Mainoo and Lisandro Martínez suspended for the clash, Manuel Ugarte and Luke Shaw are likely to step in. Meanwhile, Rasmus Højlund could replace Joshua Zirkzee as the starting striker.

This win sets the stage for a critical showdown as United seek to maintain their push for Champions League qualification.

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