Lisandro Martínez heaps praise on Toby Collyer after his heroic performance

Manchester United defender Lisandro Martínez has heaped praise on young academy graduate Toby Collyer following the Red Devils' narrow 1-0 victory over Fulham. The Argentine international scored the only goal of the game, but it was Collyer's last-ditch clearance that ensured all three points remained at Old Trafford.

Speaking after the match, Martínez was full of praise for his young teammate. "Toby is a great example for the younger generation," he said. "He works very hard and he is very humble. He made a crucial clearance at the end of the game that helped us secure the win."

Collyer, who came on as a late substitute for Bruno Fernandes, made a vital intervention in the 88th minute to prevent Fulham from equalizing. The young defender cleared the ball off the line to preserve Manchester United's lead and secure a vital three points.

A Team Effort

Martínez's goal was undoubtedly the highlight of the match, but the Argentine was quick to praise the efforts of his teammates. "It was a team effort," he said. "Everyone worked hard and gave their all. We knew it was going to be a tough game, and we're delighted to have come away with the win."

The Importance of Youth

The performance of Collyer is a testament to the strength of Manchester United's academy. The club has a long history of producing talented young players, and Collyer looks set to follow in the footsteps of greats like Paul Scholes and Ryan Giggs.

A Bright Future

With his impressive performance against Fulham, Collyer has certainly caught the eye of managerRúben Amorim. The young defender is likely to feature more prominently in the first team in the coming months.