Man Utd: Solskjaer reacts to Edinson Cavani's wonder goal
Manchester United striker Edinson Cavani marked his first game in front of Old Trafford fans with a wonder goal against Fulham. The 34-year-old netted a 40-yard opener and set a new record in the process.
David de Gea kicked the ball long, Bruno Fernandes - debatably - flicked it on for the onrushing Cavani, who found himself in behind the defence.
The 10,000 returning supporters watched on, anticipating the Uruguayan veteran to continue his run and produce a typical striker's finish.
United's No. 7 had other ideas, though, taking a touch before lobbing Alphonse Areola from the distance of two penalty areas.
The moment saw Old Trafford transition from the Theatre of Dreams to the Theatre of Screams as Cavani's recognition as a cult figure chimed through the jubilant terraces.
Edinson Cavani celebrates Man Utd goal vs. Fulham. (Image: GETTY)
Cavani's goal was memorable for many reasons - and more so than the lacklustre result - including an impressive record it set.
In finding the net in front of the Stretford End on Tuesday, he recorded his 10th Premier League goal for United.
Subsequently, Cavani became the 25th different United player to hit double figures in league goals in a single season since the competition's 1992 formation.
That sends the Reds one ahead of Arsenal among Premier League teams, emphasising the brilliant attacking talent at the club's disposal over the last three decades.
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If you're wondering who the other 24 United players are, let's go through them.
Wayne Rooney reached double figures in an astonishing 11 seasons, with Andy Cole and current manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer the closest behind him with five campaigns.
Eric Cantona and Ruud van Nistelrooy achieved such tallies in four seasons, while Cristiano Ronaldo, Javier Hernandez and Robin van Persie all managed it in three.
Mark Hughes, Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes, Dwight Yorke, Dimitar Berbatov and Romelu Lukaku all scored 10 or more league goals in two different seasons.
Those who enjoyed one such campaign include Andrei Kanchelskis, Teddy Sheringham, David Beckham, Carlos Tevez and Zlatan Ibrahimovic.
Man Utd striker Edinson Cavani's wonder goal. (Image: GETTY)