In a thrilling Europa League group stage on Thursday, Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur secured crucial victories, keeping their hopes alive for the knockout phase.
Manchester United, led by captain Bruno Fernandes, triumphed 2-1 over Rangers, climbing to fourth place in the standings with 15 points. The decisive moment came in added time when Fernandes netted a last-gasp winner, ensuring all three points for the Red Devils.
The match saw Rangers take an early lead in the second half after goalkeeper Jack Butland misjudged a Christian Eriksen corner, inadvertently sending the ball into his own net. Despite Rangers' efforts to equalize, substitute Cyril Dessers brought them back on level terms just two minutes before the final whistle, setting the stage for Fernandes' heroic strike.
Meanwhile, Tottenham Hotspur's captain Son Heung-min delivered a stellar performance, scoring twice in a 3-2 victory against Hoffenheim. Spurs now sit sixth in the group with 14 points, inching closer to the knockout stages.
Both teams showcased resilience and determination, highlighting their status as strong contenders in the Europa League race.
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Europa League: Fernandes seals Man United win, Son shines for Spurs
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