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Josh Holland

Man Utd send James Garner brilliant three-word message after Nottingham Forest goal at Wembley

Manchester United supporters have shared their excitement at James Garner's first half performance for Nottingham Forest in the Championship play-off final.

Garner, 21, continued his fine run in Steve Cooper's side at Wembley and was impressive in the opening 45 minutes for the Reds in both defence and attack. After ending a Huddersfield Town attack with a brilliant challenge at the back, the midfielder was at the heart of the opening goal before half-time.

With space outside the area, Garner's dangerous ball caused problems for Huddersfield and Ryan Yates' run into the box resulted in the ball striking Levi Colwill and diverting into the back of the net.

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The assist is the Manchester United loanee's ninth in the Championship this season and capped a fine individual performance in the first half. Boasting a 97% pass accuracy, Garner successfully won all three of his tackles as part of the midfield battle against Jonathan Hogg and Lewis O'Brien.

His performances for Forest this season has attracted interest from Premier League sides, with Leicester City and Leeds United said to be showing an interest, and supporters of his parent club have been left amazed by his performance at Wembley Stadium.

Here is what the club and the supporters have had to say about Garner's first half outing...

@ManUtd: Great first half, James!

@RutaUTD: Bring him back

@utdleo_: first team next season

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@ManUtdRonaldo7: Ten Hag needs to play him

@Jocelynsleek9: Better than Fred. With a good coach he will be better. What a solid player

@433FutbolFan: Hope Ten Hag is watching...

@niyipharm1: That boy got talent quality cross and strike into the box

@huythediep0508: Keep and give Garner a new long-term contract

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