Europa League: Nigeria Eligible Shola Shoretire Makes History
Shola Shoretire became the youngest player to appear for Manchester United in a European game as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side eased into the last-16 of the Europa League with a goalless draw at Old Trafford against Real Sociedad, BSNSports.com.ng reports.
At 17 years and 23 days, Newcastle-born Shoretire beat the record of Norman Whiteside by 108 days on a night when January signing Amad Diallo also made his first appearance at Old Trafford.
Shola Shoretire who replaced Marcus Rashford a minute from time on Sunday against Newcastle was introduced for Mason Greenwood in the 76th minute last night.
Shoretire who is eligible to represent Nigeria had scored six goals for United's U23 side before making his senior team debut on Sunday
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