Manchester United secured a 1-0 win against Newcastle on Boxing Day thanks to a screamer from Patrick Dorgu from the edge of the box.
Former Arsenal defender Heaven earned the Manchester United player of the match award for winning every duel, completing eight clearances, and securing a clean sheet at Old Trafford.
Manchester United Manager Rúben Amorim switched to a back four lineup amid injuries, the likes of Kobbie Mainoo and Bruno Fernandes, who remained sidelined on Friday night.
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Heaven partnered with Captain Lisandro Martínez, alongside academy debutant Jack Fletcher, who shone at halftime.
The win lifted the Red Devils to fifth position with 29 points, and ten points behind league leaders Arsenal.
Speaking after the clash, Heaven noted that they have the potential to win the league if they keep up with the momentum.
Amorim praised the former Arsenal defender and Fletcher for the hard work they put in during training.
“I’m really pleased with Ayden Heaven, you can feel he is improving every game,” he said
“He was not playing, but he trained really well, and you just need to train really well to be ready when the opportunity comes,” he continued
“He’s really humble, works really har,d and deserves to make his Old Trafford debut,” said Amorim
