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Solskjaer likens Greenwood to Man Utd legend Ronaldo after Newcastle strike

Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says Mason Greenwood's ability to score goals with either foot reminds him of Cristiano Ronaldo.

Greenwood notched his eighth goal of the season in United's 4-1 victory over Newcastle on Boxing Day.

The Magpies had taken a shock early lead through Matty Longstaff, but Anthony Martial equalised in the 24th minute before Greenwood's thunderous left-footed strike completed a first-half turnaround for the Red Devils.

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The 18-year-old is United's second top scorer across all competitions behind Marcus Rashford this season, despite the fact that he has only started two Premier League matches.