Manchester United climbed to fourth in the Europa League standings with one ‘league phase’ fixture remaining, securing a dramatic 2-1 victory over Rangers at Old Trafford on Thursday night.
Rangers appeared to have salvaged a crucial point in their bid to reach the knockout rounds when Cyriel Dessers equalized following an earlier own goal by former United goalkeeper Jack Butland. However, Bruno Fernandes delivered a decisive 92nd-minute ‘captain’s goal’ to seal the win for United.
The result provided a much-needed boost for Ruben Amorim and his squad after Sunday’s painful Premier League loss to Brighton & Hove Albion. It also marked their fourth consecutive European victory.
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Heading into the final matchday, United’s fate is in their hands as they prepare to visit Romania’s FCSB, aiming to secure a top-eight finish and skip the play-off round, advancing directly to the last 16. While Rangers are nearly certain to progress, a top-eight spot now seems out of reach for them.
