Wed Sep 18 03:22:00 UTC 2024: ## Manchester United Crushes Barnsley 7-0 in EFL Cup Opener

**New Delhi:** Manchester United delivered a resounding 7-0 victory over League One side Barnsley in their EFL Cup opener on Wednesday, securing their biggest win under manager Erik ten Hag. The dominant performance showcased the Red Devils’ attacking prowess, with a flurry of goals from multiple players.

Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho each scored twice, while Christian Eriksen added a brace in the closing stages. Antony also got on the scoresheet with a penalty conversion in the first half. The victory marked United’s largest win since their 9-0 thrashing of Southampton in February 2021, and their first game with more than 4 goals under ten Hag.

Rashford continued his goal-scoring streak, following his recent breakthrough against Southampton. Garnacho also had a standout performance, bagging a goal in the first half extra time and another in the second. Eriksen added two goals in quick succession to cap off the dominant victory.

The clean sheet was another positive for United, boosting their confidence ahead of their Premier League clash against Crystal Palace on Saturday. Ten Hag expressed his satisfaction with his team’s performance, calling it a “perfect night” and highlighting the execution of their game plan.

This convincing win will undoubtedly inject momentum into Manchester United, as they seek to find their rhythm and compete for silverware this season.

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