SCOTT FREES POOR ERIK

Sub strikes twice in Fergie Time to win it for Ten Hag

- David McDonnell

MANCHESTER UTD 2
BRENTFORD 1

A SIGNIFICANT turning point, or merely papering over the cracks?

Only time will tell if Scott McTominay's dramatic late double will prove the catalyst that hauls Manchester United out of their early-season crisis.

But, at the very least, supersub McTominay eased the pressure on Erik ten Hag heading into the international break and calmed the storm swirling around Old Trafford.

McTominay spared Ten Hag the ignominy of losing three successive home games with his smash-and-grab cameo which sent the home fans into delirium.

The unlikely match-winner said: "It's not easy against any team in the Premier League now, especially with teams so well organised.

"You have to bide your time and pick your moments, and that's what this club is about never giving up."