Valencia makes his case to start for Manchester United

The winger was in fine form in both of his nation's opening CONMEBOL qualifying fixtures, proving that he can trouble most defenses when used correctly, writes Daniel Edwards.

The first round of World Cup qualifiers has been of vital importance for both Ecuador and Antonio Valencia. After the debacle of the Copa America, where they went home in the first round, Gustavo Quinteros’ men shocked Argentina for their first victory on the giants’ soil and are sitting pretty with maximum points after the first two clashes.

Manchester United’s errant winger also had a point to prove. Shunted around the Red Devils starting lineup, from right back to further up the pitch and back again, Valencia has…