The Austrian midfielder had a standout performance in a quarter-final match against Atletico Madrid. He recorded two assists before scoring the winning goal with a left-footed strike past Jan Oblak in the 74th minute. His jubilant celebrations with teammates followed, securing a 5-4 aggregate scoreline and a 4-2 win at the Westfalenstadion.

The 30-year-old’s impactful performance may have left some at Old Trafford impressed, considering his past contributions to Manchester United. His memorable efforts in Europe also caught the attention of former United midfielder Owen Hargreaves, who praised Sabitzer’s game-changing performance in a recent match. Hargreaves remarked that Sabitzer had “literally had the game of his life,” highlighting his influence in crucial moments and his ability to turn opportunities into gold.

He emphasized the importance of players stepping up in significant moments, and credited Sabitzer as the one who made a difference in the game. Additionally, there is an invitation to join a new WhatsApp community for daily Mirror Football content and exclusive offers from partners, with an option to opt-out if not interested.