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Elsewhere, Alvaro Fernandez helped Preston North End defeat Cardiff City 2-0 in the Championship.
The young Spaniard, usually a full-back or wing-back at United, operated in a central-midfield role and excited the home fans with his attacking spark. He was withdrawn in the second half, as Tom Cannon edged the Lancashire side in front, with Jak Alnwick sent off for the Bluebirds before Ched Evans sealed the points.
Hannibal came on as a substitute in Birmingham City’s 2-0 home triumph over Rotherham United. Reda Khadra and Kevin Long bagged the decisive goals in the first half, while our Tunisia international was introduced with 11 minutes to go, replacing former Red Tahith Chong.
There was a full 90 minutes for Axel Tuanezbe as Stoke City saw off Blackburn Rovers 3-2. A first league start at the Potters for the talented centre-back ended with success as he helped keep danger man Sam Gallagher in check.
Amad was absent from Sunderland’s fine 1-0 win at Norwich City due to injury but Black Cats boss Tony Mowbray suggested the problem is not too serious for the youngster. Ethan Laird was also injured and missed QPR’s 1-0 victory over Watford.
