The Man United captain gave the man of the match award to the defender.
side were able to hang on to their lead during a nervy finish in Lancashire as Vincent Kompany's outfit tried in vain for a share of the spoils.Evans returned to United over the summer, having come through the youth team ranks at Old Trafford initially and departing in 2015 to move to West Bromwich Albion.
The 35-year-old began training once again with Erik ten Hag's side after his summer release by Leicester City, then signing a short-term deal before agreeing a one-year contract. Evans made his first start for United since rejoining the club last night at Turf Moor, grabbing an assist and contributing to a clean sheet as the Reds got back to winning ways.After the match, Fernandes and Evans were interviewed on the pitch by TNT Sports, with the Portuguese star being given man of the match.But in a classy move, Fernandes gave the award straight to Evans.
Evans, in his second stint at United, admitted he was excited to play once again for the club where he came through the youth team ranks after eight years away.
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