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Edinson Cavani storms in to protect Mason Greenwood as his Manchester United is confronted by Roma defenders... after hitting double against Roma

Edinson Cavani was goalscorer turned bodyguard on Thursday, after storming in to defend young team-mate Mason Greenwood from a bust-up with Roma defenders.

The Uruguayan struck twice in the Italian capital as Manchester United booked their spot in the Europa League final, despite losing 3-2 on the night.

The 34-year-old has proved many doubters wrong by bagging 14 goals so far this season, and though his future at Old Trafford is uncertain he demonstrated his commitment to the United cause by backing-up a young team-mate.

Edinson Cavani jumped-in to defend his team-mate Mason Greenwood from Roma defenders
The Uruguayan was furious asu00a0Rick Karsdorp and Gianluca Mancini confronted Greenwood

The Uruguayan was furious as Rick Karsdorp and Gianluca Mancini confronted Greenwood

At a break in play Greenwood and Gianluca Mancini clashed by the corner flag, bumping into each other as they argued.