FORMER Manchester United flop Antony scored his third goal in two games with a “delightful lob” for Real Betis.
Fans declared that “United have blood on their hands” after Antony produced another stunning display in Spain.
The Brazilian winger spent the second half of last season on loan at Betis, scoring nine goals and assisting a further five as he helped his side reach the Conference League final.
Antony eventually rejoined them on deadline day for £21.5million, three years after joining United from Ajax for £85.5m.
And the 25-year-old has continued to shine for Betis with six goals and two assists in 10 games this season.
It contrasts harshly with his numbers at United, which yielded just 12 goals and five assists in 96 outings.
Three of Antony’s Betis goals have come in his last two matches.
But his latest was the finest of them all as he helped Betis to a crucial Europa League group stage win over French giants Lyon.
Betis were already a goal up through Abde Ezzalzouli when Antony doubled the lead just six minutes.
He burst onto a long ball in the 35th minute, running off the back of Lyon’s defenders before finding himself through on goal.
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Antony was quickly closed down from behind by Lyon’s centre-backs as their goalie burst out of his box.
But the 16-time Brazil international was not phased.
And following his initial clever run, Antony calmly jinked the ball over Lyon’s keeper, with his delicate chip whirling into the back of the net.
It sparked wild celebrations from the ace, with fans also hailing him on social media while blasting United.
One said: “United have blood on their hands for almost killing his career.”
Another declared: “The incoming GOAT is on fire, this is what happens when you are in an environment tailored to you, you will thrive.”
One noted: “Antony showing why he is worth every penny.”
Another added: “Leaving United might be the best thing to happen to a footballer.”
