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Paul Pogba matches Paul Scholes assist record, after first four matches
The midfielder set up goals for both Bruno Fernandes and Jesse Lingard to extend his brilliant record so far in 2021-22
All eyes might have been on Cristiano Ronaldo in Saturday’s Manchester United homecoming, but Paul Pogba also stood out with another superlative performance to set a new Premier League best.
The Frenchman has shrugged off the usual pre-season transfer rumours to make an exceptional start to the current campaign, which has propelled the Red Devils to the top of the table.
And while Ronaldo stole the show against Newcastle, Pogba was once more a key part of the hosts’ efforts at Old Trafford to take down the Magpies 4-1.
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Bruno Fernandes and Jesse Lingard then struck late to put the result beyond doubt, with a significant contribution from Pogba.
The midfielder laid on both goals for his team-mates, taking his tally up to seven assists in just four Premier League matches so far in 2021-22.
That number is more than any other player in the division’s history has ever managed in so few games, a unique mark for the France international.
