MU does not need to regret Rashford, because they have Cunha

Cunha scored his first Premier League goal for MU.

With his intelligent, hard-working and energetic playing style, he represents the image of the resurgent “Red Devils” – strong, united and knowing how to fight for the collective.

When Manchester United found their silent leader

In the midst of a turbulent season, Cunha's arrival seemed to breathe new life into Manchester United. Without fuss or fanfare, the Brazilian striker won over fans with his simple yet effective football - passionate, disciplined and full of ambition.

The win over Liverpool at Anfield was the moment when it became clear why Amorim had been so persistent in his pursuit of him. Cunha is not a pure striker, but he is a complete “detonator”: pressing hard, creating space, harassing and keeping the rhythm of attack. He moves all over the pitch, always appearing in hot spots, ready to help in defence but still being a spearhead when needed.

Against Brighton in the 9th round of the Premier League in the early morning of October 26, Amorim pulled Cunha to the left wing - a position that had been Marcus Rashford's "stage" for many years. But the Brazilian player quickly turned it into an area of activity with his own mark.

Cunha pressed aggressively, constantly switching positions with Bryan Mbeumo, causing disarray in the Brighton defence. His opening goal - a clever run followed by a neat finish - was a testament to his confidence and skill.

According to Squawa , Cunha won 7 duels, won the ball back 4 times, made 4 crosses and 3 fierce tackles. Not only supporting the defense, MU's number 10 also continuously stirred up the opponent's defense with 2 successful dribbles, 2 shots on target and 2 created opportunities.

In Amorim’s philosophy, pressing is the “common language” of the team. Cunha is the one who speaks it most fluently. He runs tirelessly, constantly presses, intercepts, and is ready to pass back to initiate an attack. There is no wasted handling, no meaningless touch.

What’s remarkable is that Cunha doesn’t just play to score goals – he plays for his teammates to score. While modern strikers are often obsessed with statistics, Cunha is more concerned with the rhythm of the team than the scoreboard. There’s a balance between Brazilian technique and English fighting spirit in him – rare and valuable in a rebuilding team.

Cunha shone in MU's 4-2 win over Brighton.

Coach Amorim said after the match against Brighton: “The more Cunha faces big opponents, the more confident he becomes. He wants to take responsibility, he wants to shoulder the burden. In difficult moments, I trust him more than anyone else.”

That is a strong statement, because Amorim does not easily praise anyone. But he understands that to shape a team, there needs to be players who inspire with actions rather than words. Cunha is that kind of person.

Courage in every move

Matheus Cunha is not the type of striker who scores 25 goals a season, but he is the type of player that any coach needs: willing to collide, knows how to sacrifice and can turn the game around with smart decisions.

His ability to hold the ball under pressure helps the club escape pressure effectively. His one-touch technique, off-the-ball movement and reading of the situation means he is always in the right place – whether in the middle or on the wing. Without the ball, Cunha presses up front; with the ball, he opens up space for his teammates.

What fans love most about Cunha is the way he fights without calculation. The former Wolves star always plays as if every match is his last chance to prove his worth. That dedication reminds people of the faces that have defined the “Red Devils” spirit - from Carlos Tevez, Wayne Rooney to Park Ji-sung.

Cunha is making a difference for MU.

In a modern world where expensive signings often fail due to a lack of integration, Cunha’s move is the opposite. He is not here to be a symbol, but to do the job.

Cunha’s arrival solves a difficult problem for Amorim: how to make Manchester United’s attack mobile, disciplined, and effective. He is the link between the midfield and the strikers, the one who opens up space for Mbeumo, and the “transit station” for Bruno Fernandes. Amorim doesn’t need a star; he needs someone who makes the team better – and Cunha does just that.

At Old Trafford, people are used to big names but small contributions. Now they are witnessing the opposite - a player who arrives with humility, but with great spirit.

Manchester United are on a journey to find themselves again - not with slogans, but with players who dare to fight and give. Cunha, with his relentless energy and strong will, is becoming a symbol of that journey.

He doesn’t need flowery words. Every sprint, every tackle, every press by Cunha is a living declaration of how one player can change the spirit of a team.

Amorim once said: “I don’t want stars, I want warriors with a hot heart and a cool head.” And now he has one – Cunha, the symbol of a resurgent Manchester United. The better the Brazilian player is, the sooner the “Red Devils” will forget Marcus Rashford – who has long since lost himself at Old Trafford.

Source: https://znews.vn/mu-khong-can-tiec-rashford-vi-da-co-cunha-post1596973.html