(Photo) Shola Shoretire reacts to ‘dream’ Man United debut

Posted Feb 21 2021, 21:47 by Leah Smith

Manchester United's Nigerian midfielder Shola Shoretire (C) prepares to come on to the pitch during the English Premier League football match between Manchester United and Newcastle at Old Trafford in Manchester, north west England, on February 21, 2021. (Photo by Oli SCARFF / POOL / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. / (Photo by OLI SCARFF/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Manchester United’s Shola Shoretire has reacted to what he describes as his ‘dream’ debut.

After forcing his way through the club’s illustrious youth ranks, the 17-year-old attacker was handed his club debut during the closing stages of Sunday’s Premier League match against Newcastle United.

Coming on in place of Marcus Rashford in the second-half, Shoretire became the Red Devil’s 7th youngest ever player – A truly brilliant achievement.

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Best known for their emphasis on young talent, after awarding 18-year-old Amad Diallo with his debut earlier this week, the Red Devils are continuing in their greatest tradition.

Reacting after his side’s 3-1 win, Shoretire was quick to take to his official social media where he declared Sunday’s game as a ‘dream come true’.