Manchester United head coach Erik ten Hag has, on Friday, moved to heap praise on wide-man Antony.
This, of course, comes after the Brazilian took his place centre stage in the headlines once more late last night.
En route to an eventual 1-0 defeat at the hands of Brighton & Hove Albion, Antony was at the heart of a late melee, which saw the former Ajax standout floor Alexis Mac Allister, before also going toe-to-toe with Lewis Dunk.
Antony (5ft 7) squaring up to Lewis Dunk (6ft 4) during Brighton vs Man United last night 😅😂 pic.twitter.com/oJLVYPTag2
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Antony managed to escape the situation with just a booking, albeit with many viewers having been in agreement that he was extremely lucky not to see red.
Speaking to the media this afternoon, it therefore came as little surprise when the subject of his gifted attacker’s fiery attitude was put to Erik ten Hag.
This comes with Antony having been involved in a whole host of on-pitch altercations across the season to date, culminating in eight yellow cards.
“I think his passion is a strength,” the Dutchman began.
“Of course, until a certain level you have to control it. But you need passion and desire to win your games and to win battles in the game. It’s true, it’s very strong with him.
“He is very ambitious. As I say, don’t go over the top, stay focused on your game and what the game needs. If he is doing that, he is a great player.”
Erik ten Hag praises Antony following altercation with Lewis Dunk #MUFC https://t.co/y6EV8VwmDh
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