What an epic night in the Europa League! ⚽️🔥
Manchester United's captain, Bruno Fernandes, pulled off a heart-stopping last-minute winner to clinch a 2-1 victory over Rangers on Thursday. Talk about dramatic endings! 😱
United took the lead early in the second half when Rangers' goalkeeper Jack Butland misread a corner from Christian Eriksen, resulting in an own goal. Oops! 😬
But Rangers weren't backing down. Substitute Cyril Dessers leveled the score just two minutes before the final whistle, setting the stage for a nail-biting finish. But just when it seemed like a draw was on the cards, Fernandes stepped up in added time to secure all three points for United. Clutch performance! 🎯
This win propels United to fourth place in the standings with 15 points, putting them in a solid position to advance to the knockout phase.
Meanwhile, over in Germany, Tottenham Hotspur's captain Son Heung-min was on fire! 🔥 He netted two goals in Spurs' thrilling 3-2 win against Hoffenheim. The victory boosts Spurs to sixth place with 14 points, keeping their Europa League dreams alive.
It's nights like these that remind us why we love football so much. Passion, drama, and unforgettable moments! ❤️⚽️
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Europa League: Fernandes seals Man United win, Son shines for Spurs
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