A goal in an exhibition match was still celebrated jubilantly by Erik ten Hag. "Tom!" he shouted from the touchline, shielding the sun from his eyes to acknowledge Heaton. A delighted Heaton heard him.
Onana was not listed in the squad in New Jersey and nor was Dean Henderson, once the heir apparent to David de Gea, as both are not match-fit. Heaton's willingness to evolve as he nears his 40th birthday would suggest the days of errant distribution from a United 'keeper are over.
For Ten Hag, Heaton's perceptive pass was additional vindication as the goalkeeping department transitions to a more proactive approach. Heaton has felt short-changed since he rejoined United two years ago on the assumption he would be the number two and his performance suggested he would still be worthy of that status.
This being America, a penalty shootout was staged despite the game not ending in a draw. Another Vieira came unstuck against United all these years on from Patrick as Fabio skied his kick and United converted all five in a 5-3 shootout triumph.
Bruno Fernandes, the scorer of the first goal, capped a fine first week as the new United captain. The official recognition was so immediate the Portuguese, usually the scourge of referees, actually placated Ten Hag as he bickered with the fourth official at half-time. Last season, the roles were reversed.
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