Manchester United's Anthony has finally put an end to his goal drought this season, albeit in a behind-closed-doors friendly against Burnley.
The winger has been struggling in his sophomore season at Old Trafford, failing to score or assist in 22 appearances. His recent penalty goal in a 3-1 defeat to Burnley at Carrington might not impact the official records, but it serves as a positive sign for the player.
The friendly match against Burnley allowed manager Eric Tanh to assess the returning players' match sharpness. Harry MaGuire and Luke Shaw, back from injury, played alongside others like Lesandro Martinez, Case Meo, and Amad Dio, all recovering from recent injuries.
Despite the defeat, the focus was on getting key players back to full fitness for the upcoming challenges.
As Manchester United prepares for the FA Cup fourth-round tie against Newport County, they still face challenges with six players unavailable due to injuries or participation in the Africa Cup of Nations.
Anthony's struggles on and off the pitch, coupled with a lack of significant output since his £82 million move from Ajax, have led to speculations about his future at the club.
Recent reports hint at a possible summer transfer, but the player's agent has refuted such claims, emphasizing Anthony's dedication to improving his performance in the current season.
