December 12, 2024 at 8:46 PM

Rasmus Hojlund's Late Brace Propels Manchester United to Victory Over Viktoria Plzen

Manchester United secured a crucial 2-1 comeback win against Viktoria Plzen in the Europa League, with substitute Rasmus Hojlund scoring twice in the second half to overturn a deficit caused by a defensive error.

Rasmus Hojlund's Late Brace Propels Manchester United to Victory Over Viktoria Plzen

Manchester United achieved a vital 2-1 victory over Viktoria Plzen in the Europa League, thanks to two second-half goals from substitute Rasmus Hojlund. The match, held at the Doosan Arena, saw United initially fall behind due to a defensive mishap.

The first half was uneventful, with both teams struggling to create significant opportunities. However, just three minutes into the second half, a misjudged pass from goalkeeper André Onana was intercepted, allowing Matej Vydra to score and give Plzen the lead.

In response, manager Ruben Amorim introduced Rasmus Hojlund, who made an immediate impact. In the 62nd minute, following a dynamic run by Amad Diallo, Hojlund capitalized on a rebound to equalize. Then, in the 88th minute, he secured the win by finishing a clever low free-kick delivery from captain Bruno Fernandes.

This victory elevates Manchester United to fifth place in the Europa League standings, bolstering their prospects for automatic qualification to the knockout stages. The team's resilience in overturning the deficit highlights their determination under Amorim's leadership.

Looking ahead, United aims to carry this momentum into their upcoming fixtures, with the Manchester derby against City on the horizon. The performance of Hojlund, who now has ten goals in European competitions for United, underscores his growing importance to the squad.