appreciative

After the new chief’s private swearing in, Bass said she “was so appreciative of the way he handled everything.”

While appreciative, Gomes initially laughed off the suggestion.

At the final whistle of United’s 5-2 win over Leicester, Van Nistelrooy first shook the hand of vanquished opponent Steve Cooper, then he strode purposefully towards the centre circle, where he shook the hands of the officials, embraced his players and had a particularly appreciative hug with two-goal midfielder Casemiro.

“It’s a very American story, showing things that we’re striving for in the country and around the world. Audiences were very appreciative of that.”

“They deserve our support and they keep fighting and I’m appreciative of our fans supporting our young men.”