An eventful evening of UEFA Europa League action saw Manchester United edge Viktoria Plzen 2-1, courtesy of a timely brace from Rasmus Hojlund. Trailing 1-0 at half-time, United turned the tide in the second half under Ruben Amorim's guidance, securing the Portuguese manager's third victory in six games. Hojlund’s stellar performance rescued United, but questions lingered over Marcus Rashford's form as the Red Devils continue to seek consistency. Despite their struggles, the crucial three points bolster United’s campaign in a highly competitive group stage.
Elsewhere, Tottenham Hotspur, managed by Ange Postecoglou, were held to a 1-1 draw by Scottish Premiership heavyweights Rangers. The visitors initially took the lead in the first half, but Dejan Kulusevski equalized at the 75th-minute mark, salvaging a point for Spurs. Though Tottenham dominated possession, their inability to capitalize on opportunities underscored ongoing issues in finishing critical matches. Rangers, meanwhile, celebrated the result as a testament to their defensive resilience and counterattacking prowess.
A late victory in Plzen 🙏#MUFC || #UEL
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) December 12, 2024
💪 A hard-fought win but an important one.
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) December 12, 2024
Ruben's post-match reaction 👇#MUFC || #UEL
Serie A side Lazio secured a convincing 3-1 victory over Dutch giants AFC Ajax. The match saw veteran forward Pedro roll back the years with a clinical finish, helping his side maintain dominance throughout the encounter. Lazio's midfield control and attacking efficiency proved too much for Ajax, as Maurizio Sarri’s team climbed higher in their group standings, demonstrating their intent to progress deep into the competition.
Arguably the most thrilling encounter of the evening took place in Lyon, where Olympique Lyonnais edged Bundesliga side Eintracht Frankfurt in a 3-2 nail-biter. Read More
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