Published 11:28 IST, October 21st 2020

Yuvraj Singh in awe of Marcus Rashford's splendid strike vs PSG in Champions League

Former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh could not help but applaud Marcus Rashford's brilliant finish to bag the winner against PSG in the Champions League.

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's Manchester United produced an attacking style of football when his side came up against last season's finalists Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) in Champions League. Red Devils produced a magnificent performance against Parisians despite absence of Harry Maguire and Edinson Cavani. Marcus Rashford, in particular, stood out from rest, with a sensational strike in final minutes of game, which left several fans awestruck, including former Indian cricketer and Manchester United fan, Yuvraj Singh. 

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PSG looked to make most of home game as y attempted two close shots with David de Gea producing exceptional saves to deny Parisians. In 20th minute, Man United were awarded a spot-kick after Anthony Martial was brought down by defender Abdou Diallo. 

Bru Fernandes, captain of night, saw his penalty saved by Keylor Navas, only for him to score it from a retake. tably, Navas h stepped beyond goal-line, leing to retake. But le for Red Devils ended in 55th minute when Martial netted into his own team's net while defending a corner kick. This took ir tally to 9 own goals in Champions League, most by any or side in competition.

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Yuvraj Singh lauds Marcus Rashford goal in PSG vs Man United 

two teams attempted on making most from game, but it appeared to be heing towards a draw. But Marcus Rashford h or plans for night. Man United striker received a splendid pass from midfielder Paul Pogba, before smartly turning on edge of box to net it past Navas, bagging ultimate le in closing minutes. Marcus Rashford goal received applause from several quarters, with fans lauding his sensational finish. 

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Former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh took to Twitter to heap praise on England international. Singh, a long-term Man United fan, lauded Rashford's splendid finish against PSG, inflicting first home defeat in group st for Parc des Princes outfit since 2004. And Singh's praise h fans talking as well. 

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Im courtesy: Marcus Rashford, Yuvraj Singh Twitter 

11:28 IST, October 21st 2020