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'In years gone by, the word passive suited him perfectly… but he was the best player on the pitch with Ighalo': Rio Ferdinand heaps praise on Luke Shaw after starring role in Manchester United's win against Derby

Daily Mail | March 5, 2020

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Luke Shaw earned high praise as he played a key role for Manchester United in beating Derby in their FA Cup fifth round clash at Pride park.

The left-back has impressed in recent weeks and continued the good form by opening the scoring with a volley that deflected off team-mate Jesse Lingard and looped into the back of the net.

Shaw's improved displays were recognised by BT Sport pundits Rio Ferdinand and Robbie Savage, who believe he has progressed significantly over recent seasons.

Luke Shaw struck the opener as Derby were beaten by Manchester United in the FA Cup
Rio Ferdinand has been impressed by how Shaw has upped his game in recent weeks

Ferdinand told BT Sport: 'He came under a lot of scrutiny, Mourinho was a big part of it.

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