'Amorim has to look to youth as he goes forward'

Eighty-seven minutes in and I was convinced I would write about the much anticipated Manchester derby without using the word drama - the match did not deserve it.

It was the dullest Premier League game of the weekend then it contrived to steal all the headlines via the one class act on show: Amad Diallo.

United fans might feel this is a turning point but, in reality, boss Ruben Amorim was right, it is just one game even if those late goals tasted oh so sweet in the moment. They still do not look to have the energy needed to be a top-four side, however giddy they felt leaving the Etihad.

Amorim has to look to youth as he goes forward. It helps having Diallo and Kobbie Mainoo in situ but many more are needed from outside the club.

Diallo's type of energy, along with his ability and passion, is needed at Old Trafford if they are going to get back to the top any time soon.

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