It was a dream day for the Welsh veteran, who celebrated his 900th game in a Red shirt with a last minute winner to claim all 3 points against an impressive Norwich at Carrow Road.
United got off to a wonder start, when Nani's cross found Paul Scholes, who rolled back the years with a perfectly timed run into the box, and headed home from 6 yards out to put the Champions a goal to the good.
Danny Welbeck then forced a smart save from Canary stopper John Ruddy, before his opposite number David De Gea continued his exceptional form with a wonderful save to prevent Pilkington from equalling the score. The young Spaniard then held Grant Holt's header from close range to keep United in front, who were also a threat, with Nani, Hernandez and Welbeck combining brilliantly upfront.
The Reds went close again, with Welbeck having an effort cleared off the line, before Giggs struck the crossbar from a pinpoint Phil Jones cross. The action continued, as Patrice Evra was lucky not to concede a penalty, after claims of a handball, before Scholes' giveaway let in Aaron Wilbraham, who's vicious strike was blocked by another superb De Gea save.
However, United's resistance was finally broken when Holt's magnificent left foot shot on the spin flew into the top corner, leaving De Gea with no chance. United fought back, with Welbeck missing a couple seemingly easy chances, both set up by the everpresent Giggs, but it looked like the chance had come and gone for United to pick up the victory. However, the script was left for Giggs, who latched onto a dangerous ball from Ashley Young, cueing wild celebrations, and making it a special day for the Old Trafford legend.
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