MANCHESTER UNITED fans were in awe as Tyrell Malacia and Marcus Rashford teamed up brilliantly against Atletico Madrid.

The signing of On Saturday in Oslo, Malacia began at left-back with academy graduate Rashford on the left wing.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – JULY 19: Marcus Rashford of Manchester United walks out with Tyrell Malacia prior to the Pre-Season Friendly match between Manchester United and Crystal Palace at Melbourne Cricket Ground on July 19, 2022 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Ash Donelon/Manchester United via Getty Images) in

When Manchester United faced Atletico Madrid, Tyrell Malacia displayed excellent play.

When Manchester United faced Atletico Madrid, Tyrell Malacia displayed excellent play.

Source: Getty

Marcus Rashford and the Dutch left-back made a strong partnership.

Marcus Rashford and the Dutch left-back made a strong partnership.

Source: Getty

That combination was disastrous for Erik ten Hag’s team and may have forced Luke Shaw and Alex Telles to the bench this year.

Supporters were ecstatic about what they saw in the friendly on social media.

“Malacia demonstrating his IQ and passing range in this half,” one person said.

“Rashford received two fantastic passes, one over the top and both in the back space. He appears to be a true gem of a signing.

Another person commented: “Tyrell Malacia is the ideal illustration of what a full-back is expected to accomplish in today’s game.

For a very long time, we haven’t had a fullback who is as at ease both defensively and even more so offensively. Already appears to be a wise purchase.

Malacia is currently on fire, said a third.

Finally, one user remarked simply, “Malacia is quality.”

Another person commented: “Tyrell Malacia is the ideal illustration of what a full-back is expected to accomplish in today’s game.

For a very long time, we haven’t had a fullback who is as at ease both defensively and even more so offensively. Already appears to be a wise purchase.

Malacia is currently on fire, said a third.

Finally, one user remarked simply, “Malacia is quality.”