Manchester United star’s eight-word post that hints at Newcastle United final return — big boost

Manchester United have been handed an injury boost ahead of matches against Barcelona and Newcastle United.
Jordan Cronin
By Jordan Cronin
Published 22nd Feb 2023, 11:13 BST
Updated 22nd Feb 2023, 11:14 BST
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Manchester United star Antony is set to return from injury in time for Sunday’s Carabao Cup final against Newcastle United.

The Brazilian winger has missed the last four games - back-to-back fixtures against Leeds United, Barcelona and Leicester City - because of a leg injury.

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Erik ten Hag’s side play Barcelona again in Thursday’s Europa League play-off second-leg decider, and Antony could be recalled.

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The £85million summer signing from Ajax has been back at Man United’s training ground this week, and posted a photo from Carrington with the caption: “Thank you God for another day of work.”

Antony has not played well in recent weeks. Credit: Getty.Antony has not played well in recent weeks. Credit: Getty.
Antony has not played well in recent weeks. Credit: Getty.

Ten Hag revealed last week Antony, and midfielder Scott McTominay, could be available for the Wembley showpiece against the Magpies.

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“It looks like they are on the way back,” Ten Hag said. “They’re coming back on the training ground, individual (work). At the end of the week, maybe Scott and Antony in the team and after the weekend we’re planning to take but we have to see.

“It looks good. I think they are on their way back, they are coming back on the training ground, individual work. At the end of the week, maybe Scott can make the team and after the weekend, we maybe plan Antony.

“But we have to see, they of course have to make the progress we see now.”

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