Antony could be Manchester United's key to masking defensive woes in Europa League clash against Sevilla

The Brazilian looked sharp on Sunday, but more will be needed come Thursday

Sometimes luck needs to be on your side to ensure a victory as Manchester United scraped out a 2-0 victory over Nottingham Forest at the City Ground on Sunday. United's goal was a lovely take by Antony on Anthony Martial's rebounded shot, but just like in Europa League, all eyes were on Harry Maguire in defense. Now all eyes may be on Antony to help weather the storm.

During the first half, Maguire potentially committed a handball offense trying to stop Taiwo Awoniyi in the box that wasn't called by the referee. It seemed like Maguire, who conceded an own goal on Thursday against Sevilla, intentionally put his hand out to stop Awoniyi from having a chance at scoring and this season we have seen penalties given for less. If that's given and Forest were to draw level, the City Ground would've been rocking and there's a chance that the match ends in a different result.

This is after Maguire already received a yellow card only three minutes into the match for a tackle on Awoniyi. With both incidents happening in the first half, it's easy to see how Sevilla's comeback happened on Thursday in Europa League and why United's injuries will worry the club for the return leg in Spain as well. Level at 2-2, the tie will be decided on Thursday.