🔥 What a night at Old Trafford! Manchester United pulled off a thrilling 3-2 comeback against Bodo/Glimt in the UEFA Europa League, marking new manager Ruben Amorim's first victory with the club. ⚽️
The Red Devils didn't waste any time, seizing the lead in the very first minute. A mishap from Bodo/Glimt's keeper Nikita Haikin, under pressure from Rasmus Hojlund, gifted Alejandro Garnacho an easy tap-in. Talk about starting with a bang! 💥
But the Norwegian side wasn't backing down. In the 19th minute, Hakon Evjen unleashed a rocket into the top corner, leveling the score. Just when the crowd was catching their breath, Philip Zinckernagel danced past Tyrell Malacia and beat Andre Onana, putting Bodo/Glimt ahead and leaving fans stunned. 😱
United showed resilience, though. Just before halftime, Noussair Mazraoui threaded a perfect pass to Hojlund, who skillfully slotted the ball between two defenders into the far corner. The equalizer had Old Trafford roaring! 🙌
Momentum shifted in the second half. Five minutes in, Manuel Ugarte sent a low pass across the box, and Hojlund was there again to guide it home. Not long after, Mason Mount's shot rattled the crossbar—so close! 😬
The Red Devils held on tight, with Onana pulling off two crucial saves to secure the win. The victory catapulted United to 12th in the standings with nine points, while Bodo/Glimt slipped to 17th with seven. 📈
Amorim beamed after the match, telling TNT Sports: \"Of course, I see what everybody sees, good moments, difficult moments. There was some confusion in the end trying to hold the result, but the lads did a great job. They ran, they pressed, they tried to do the things we have worked on in the last three days and we won.\" 🗣️
This win comes after Amorim's debut match, a 1-1 draw against Ipswich Town on November 24. Reflecting on his reception at the club, he added: \"Half of the stadium doesn't know me, I came from Portugal and I did nothing for this club. Yet the way they make me feel at home is special. I will keep this to the end of my career.\" ❤️
With performances like this, United fans have plenty to be excited about. Next up for the Red Devils? Only time will tell, but if this match is any indication, we're in for a wild ride! 🚀
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Manchester United secure first win under Amorim by edging Bodo/Glimt
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