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Man Utd dropped victory over Barca

Published:2023-02-17 By Xuân Bình(MetaSports) Comments
Spain lead 2-1 but Man Utd only drew Barca 2-2 in the first leg of the first knockout round of the Europa League on the evening of February 16.

Striker Marcus Rashford continued to shine with a goal and an annoying pass that made centre-back Jules Kounde own an own goal. However, the away team could not keep this advantage and was equalized by Barca from Raphinha's cross. The result 2-2 makes the two teams play the second leg a week later with a score of almost 0-0, as the away table rule no longer applies.

Man Utd played better in the first half, with the most obvious opportunity going to striker Wout Weghorst - the player playing in front of Rashford. Receiving a slot from Bruno Fernandes, the Dutch striker rushed down to face the goalkeeper but hit Marc-Andre Ter Stegen's foot and bounced off.

In addition to this situation, the Barca goalkeeper also saved twice, including a save from Rashford in the 34th minute. On the opposite side, David de Gea also had to push the ball away from Robert Lewandowski and Jordi's shots twice. Alba from the left corner.

The two teams also played uncertainly when many failed passes but the opponent failed to take advantage of the opportunity to score in the first half. Barca also suffered when midfielder Pedri was injured when he left the field in the 41st minute, giving his place to Sergi Roberto.

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Barca: Ter Stegen, Kounde, Araújo, Alonso (Christensen 67), Alba (Balde 67), Pedri (Roberto 41), De Jong, Kessie (Fati 67), Raphinha (Torres 83), Lewandowski, Gavi.

Man Utd: De Gea, Wan-Bissaka, Varane, Shaw, Malacia, Casemiro, Fred, Sancho (Garnacho 82), Fernandes, Rashford, Weghorst.

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