Gore impresses Ten Hag, Martial 'starts' at CB - 5 things you missed from Man Utd vs Lyon

Manchester United continued their pre-season campaign with a 1-0 win over Lyon at Murrayfield.

Donny van de Beek scored United's only goal on 49 minutes, firing in a superb volley from Dan Gore's right wing cross.

Manager Erik ten Hag elected to make 10 changes at half-time, with only goalkeeper Matej Kovar completing the full 90 minutes.

Mason Mount made his second appearance for United in Scotland, while Lisandro Martinez and Van de Beek continued their comebacks after missing the end of last season through injury.

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There was also a second United debut for Jonny Evans, who signed a short-term contract with the club earlier this week.

Here are five other things you may have missed from the pre-season friendly.

Martial 'starts' at centre-back

The friendly was shown live on MUTV - and the host broadcaster were involved in a minor technical issue before kick-off.

Shown on screen was a team graphic, complete with numbers and where each player would be playing.

Martial - who wasn't in the starting XI - was shown as starting on the left side of central defence alongside Raphael Varane.

It was, in fact, Lisandro Martinez that started in the position, and the Argentinian produced a solid display in the first half.

Dan Gore shows Ten Hag what he is capable of

United academy prospect Dan Gore was invited to train with the first team on several occasions last season, but was involved in a notable incident with Martial.

According to The Guardian, Martial was on the receiving end of a strong challenge from the winger, and confronted Gore afterwards. It is claimed that the pair had to be pulled apart, with the Frenchman later apologising.

Against Lyon, Gore exhibited his on-pitch talents, producing an excellent cross for Donny van de Beek to fire home the opening goal.

His manager's show of faith - and decision to bring him into the action for the second half - is a telling sign of how highly rated the youngster is at Old Trafford.

One of Man Utd's tallest ever opponents?

Both sides made a raft of changes during the fixture, with Lyon introducing midfielder Skelly Alvero into the action early on in the second half.

Standing at 6ft 8in, Alvero was certainly an imposing presence in midfield.

Former Manchester City goalkeeper Costel Pantilimon also stood at 6ft 8in, but Alvero must rank up there as one of the tallest outfield players United have ever come up against. An agile player capable of carrying the ball between lines, he could have a big future.

Jonny Evans makes his mark

Signed on a short-term deal earlier this week, Jonny Evans made his second debut for United in the fixture.

After leaving the club eight years ago, the Northern Irishman had spells at West Brom and Leicester, continuing to play in the Premier League.

He did not look out of place against Lyon, already directing and commanding his team-mates from centre-back, and is a shrewd addition by Erik ten Hag for the pre-season friendlies.

Antony produces moment of magic

Antony missed an early opportunity to give United the lead when his close range shot was saved by Anthony Lopes.

But the Brazilian's flair was on display towards the end of the first half, when he nutmegged a Lyon opponent and ran away with the ball. United fans will hope he can combine his skills with more goal contributions during the upcoming season.