Patrice Evra claims two players have sparked Manchester United revival since Man City defeat

Former Manchester United defender Patrice Evra has claimed that Luke Shaw and Casemiro have helped Reds boss Erik ten Hag "get back in control" following the derby defeat to Manchester City.

The Reds have responded well to the loss at the Etihad earlier this month, with Ten Hag's men securing victories over Everton in the Premier League and Omonia Nicosia in the Europa League.

Cristiano Ronaldo grabbed his 700th club goal during the 2-1 win over the Toffees last weekend after Antony had levelled proceedings in the first period. Meanwhile, Scott McTominay came off the bench to score a crucial winner for United in added time in midweek.

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United's performance against Pep Guardiola's side was met with widespread criticism, however, former left-back Evra has suggested that the team deserves credit for how they have reacted to the disappointing defeat against their bitter rivals.

The Frenchman praised Ten Hag's decision to play Casemiro and Shaw from the start against Everton, claiming that the two changes were vital in the Reds getting back to winning ways.

"I was massively pleased with Man United's win last time out, because Everton is a tough place to go. We got a good result in the Europa League, Cristiano didn't score but he had a good game, then against Everton he didn't start but came on and scored," Evra told Betfair.

"Football is so quick. We should give lots of credit to Ten Hag, because he made some more big decisions, he put Luke Shaw back in the team, Casemiro finally started and I think those two changes made the difference.

"I think Luke Shaw had enough with people saying [Tyrell] Malacia is the next Patrice Evra and he felt like