Anthony Martial issues rallying cry ahead of Manchester United clash with Saint-Etienne
By Amir Mir
Anthony Martial has issued a rallying cry to his Manchester United teammates ahead of their Europa League clash against Saint-Etienne.
Versatile attacker Martial urged the Manchester club to “finish the job” as they take a 3-0 lead going into the second leg encounter on Wednesday afternoon.
During the first game, striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic hit a stunning hat-trick as the English club blew away the French outfit during the round of 32 tie.
Now, United, who have an EFL Cup final this Sunday against Southampton, will be looking to take momentum into that important fixture with a win in France.
Martial played 84 minutes of the first leg as he posted this message on his personal Twitter account to supporters ahead of the return leg.
“Let’s finish the job,” said Martial. “Come on Red Devils.”
Monaco academy graduate Martial has played 25 games in all competitions for Jose Mourinho’s side this season.
During those matches, he has scored seven goals and supplied six assists, with his sole goal in Europe coming against Fenerbache during the group stages.
United picked up a tricky 2-1 win during their last encounter when they saw off the danger from Championship outfit Blackburn in the FA Cup.
Mourinho’s side currently have the opportunity to win three trophies this term with the FA Cup, Europa League, and League Cup a huge chance for Mourinho to lift silverware in his first season in charge at Old Trafford.
In other Manchester United news, stars would be rested for the EFL Cup final as this team would beat Saint-Etienne.
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