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Antonio Valencia sends Manchester United fans into frenzy after scoring a worldie against Everton

ANTONIO VALENCIA puts Manchester United ahead at Old Trafford with a sensational strike after just three minutes.

The 32-year-old sent the ball past the helpless hands of Jordan Pickford with a perfect first-time strike.

 Valencia has not scored at home for United since 2014
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Valencia has not scored at home for United since 2014Credit: Reuters

Reds new boy Nemanja Matic found Valencia on the edge of the area, and the defender fired the powerful shot into the far corner.

He has not scored at Old Trafford since 2014, but the United fans insist that it was worth the 1345 day wait.

Matic has hit the ground running since joining from Chelsea this summer and the goal adds another assist to his tally.

Jose Mourinho's side are continuing their fine run of form in the Premier League after being labelled as early favourites to win the title.

The Reds have won 10 points from their first four league outings and will need a win against Everton to keep up with Manchester City following the Citizens 6-0 thrashing against Watford.

The Ecuadorian professional has not scored since March for United - when he netted during a 3-1 victory against Middlesbrough. Nonetheless, it's safe to say the Reds fans look impressed with their new striker...

 The strike put Jose Mourinho's side ahead after just three minutes
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The strike put Jose Mourinho's side ahead after just three minutesCredit: PA:Empics Sport
 Valencia celebrates with Nemanja Matic after the early strike
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Valencia celebrates with Nemanja Matic after the early strikeCredit: Reuters

Manchester United host Everton without midfield ace Paul Pogba ace following a hamstring injury that has forced the 24-year-old out of action.

Valencia's early strike has damaged Wayne Rooney's hopes of securing three points on his first return to Old Trafford following his switch back to the Toffees.

The 32-year-old signed a contract extension earlier this summer that will be keep him at Old Trafford until at least 2019.

 

 Antonio Valencia buries the strike from the edge of the area
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Antonio Valencia buries the strike from the edge of the areaCredit: Sky Sports

 



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