Rasmus Hojlund's nod to Sir Alex Ferguson after heroic Manchester United victory

Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojlund shared a touching nod to legendary manager Sir Alex Ferguson on his Instagram profile after the dramatic victory over Brentford.

Scott McTominay was the United hero on Saturday afternoon with two stoppage-time goals to settle the scores against Brentford in their Premier League showdown. It was the first time United had scored twice beyond the 90-minute mark to win a game since the top-flight was rebranded.

That's despite United making a habit of striking in 'Fergie Time' during their glory years. McTominay and his United teammates sparked pandemonium at Old Trafford.

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There had been a sombre atmosphere in the build-up with the Ferguson family announcing the sad passing of Sir Alex's wife - Lady Cathy Ferguson - in a statement released on Friday afternoon. The legendary manager has since then been inundated with condolence messages and tributes to his wife of 57 years.

United provided their own on-pitch tribute to the Ferguson family with a rousing comeback. Having been beaten six times already this season, in all competitions, United were staring down the barrel of another defeat, until that man McTominay was summoned from the substitutes bench to dramatically snatch victory.

Hojlund, 20, was only 10 years old when Sir Alex retired. However, the Danish striker is already well-versed in the club's vast history, having grown up supporting United before his £73million transfer.

Shortly after the final whistle, the Denmark prospected logged on to his Instagram account to send a message to supporters with a touching nod to the former manager.