Manchester United star helped inspire a comeback against Preston.
Manchester United winger Ashley Young has thanked the club’s fans for helping inspire their win over Preston.
The Red Devils had been trailing on the hour mark at Deepdale, before manager Louis van Gaal changed the tactical approach, with Radamel Falcao one of those who made way.
Ashey Young was one of the substitutes, coming on after a short spell out of the side injured, and his introduction marked a turning point in the fifth round tie.
Young made only 16 touches but within these, he managed to provide a crucial assist to help United turn the game, and win 3-1.
Goals from Ander Herrera, Marouane Fellaini and a Wayne Rooney penalty sealed their passage to the quarter-finals, where United host Arsenal at Old Trafford.
United had dominated possession with 62 per cent, but Preston managed more shots in the contest with 14 to 11.
Louis van Gaal has taken a lot of flak this season for United’s performances despite their results, but it is the progress of players like Young and Fellaini which is arguably his biggest credit.
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