Harry Maguire Embraces ‘Harrydinho’ Nickname After Stellar Performance
In a delightful twist of events, Manchester United’s Harry Maguire has found himself the proud owner of a new nickname, “Harrydinho,” following his unexpected display of skill on the wing during a crucial match. The center-back’s surprising trickery helped Manchester United secure a stunning 3-0 win against Athletic Club in the first leg of their Europa League semifinal. This victory has set the stage for what could be a triumphant journey to the final.
During the match, Maguire ventured into unfamiliar territory on the right wing, where he dazzled fans and teammates alike. With a series of twists and turns, he outmaneuvered an opposition defender and delivered a pinpoint cross. This brilliant play allowed Manuel Ugarte to flick the ball on to Casemiro, who found the net to open the scoring in the 30th minute.
The performance led to social media users affectionately dubbing him “Harrydinho,” a nickname that Maguire has warmly embraced. “It’s brilliant … I’m sure there are a few nicknames out there for me,” Maguire told TNT Sports when informed of the new moniker. “It was nice to do a bit of dribbling out there and obviously put in a great cross,” he added. “There was a lot of bodies in the box so they must have trusted me to get that cross in. It was a nice feeling and Casemiro put it in the back of the net, it was a great header in the end.”
Even Maguire’s manager, Ruben Amorim, couldn’t help but express his admiration. “He’s a good winger!” Amorim told TNT. “Sometimes there are moments in our life and Harry has had difficult moments. Everything he does is good for the team, so we have to enjoy.”
Manchester United’s other goals, all in the first half, came from Bruno Fernandes. His first goal was a result of a penalty awarded after Rasmus Højlund was brought down in the box by Dani Vivian. The penalty was confirmed after a VAR review, and Vivian was shown a red card for the foul.
Despite a challenging season in the Premier League, where they currently sit 14th, this result puts Manchester United in a prime position to reach the Europa League final. A trophy and a place in next season’s Champions League are on the line, making this victory all the more significant.
Maguire reflected on the match, saying, “Of course it’s a great start, to get a victory here and score three goals and with a clean sheet. All the pressure will be on us, everyone will be expecting us to go through. We need to prepare properly, and if we do that we’ll give ourselves a great chance. One foot in the final, but it’s not done.”
- Harry Maguire’s new nickname: “Harrydinho”
- Manchester United’s 3-0 win over Athletic Club
- Bruno Fernandes scores from the penalty spot
- Manchester United’s position in the Premier League: 14th
As the team prepares for the second leg, fans and players alike are hopeful that this momentum will carry them through to the final. With Maguire’s newfound flair and the team’s collective effort, Manchester United is poised for a thrilling conclusion to their Europa League campaign.
Originally Written by: ESPN
