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Solskjaer defends Cavani's start at Man Utd

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer praised Edinson Cavani's "big impact" at Manchester United after reaching the Carabao Cup semi-finals.

Cavani drilled in a brilliant 88th-minute goal before Anthony Martial sealed United's 2-0 win over Everton at Goodison Park on Wednesday.

The Uruguay international's goal came from his fourth shot on target in the match, which was one more than Everton managed as a team.

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Cavani has scored four goals in 12 games for United this season and Solskjaer praised the striker while dismissing any suggestions the 33-year-old had made a slow start at the club.