If Manchester United fans want a reminder of how bright their future might be, then they only need to look back to last week. Erik ten Hag's side set up a group-decider against Real Sociedad tonight thanks to a convincing home win against FC Sheriff seven days ago.
United's win was hardly headline-grabbing, but the performance of teenager Alejandro Garnacho certainly was. He is a name well known to his own supporters, soon he will be a name known all across the continent as well.
Garnacho, 18, had to wait for his chance under Ten Hag and made up for lost time in the manner he took it. He was the standout performer on his full competitive debut, putting in a fearless performance that caught the eye of the Old Trafford crowd.