
Manchester United met Leicester in the 24th round of the Premier League, and Erik ten Hag’s team easily won 3-0 at Old Trafford.
Marcus Rashford, the best season of his career – On the line to return with “Barcelona” to the UEFA Europa League
Unbeaten in 7 games in all competitions, Manchester United had another good performance at Old Trafford when they hosted Leicester.
Erik ten Hag’s side were largely in control of the game and in the 25th minute Bruno Fernandes set up Marcus Rashford superbly to open the scoring.
This is Marcus Rashford’s best scoring season of his career.
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— B/R Football (@brfootball) February 19, 2023
The Foxes had several important chances to score in the first half, with Iheanacho having the best chance. The forward could not beat David De Gea, who showed a sensation.
In the second half, the same Marcus Rashford doubled the home team’s advantage (min. 58) and achieved 24 successes this season. This is the best season in the Englishman’s career.
Marcus Rashford equaled Cristiano Ronaldo’s goals for Manchester United last season when he was top scorer.
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— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) February 19, 2023
Red Devils’ assist specialist Bruno Fernandes also assisted Jadon Sancho’s 3rd goal (62nd minute).
Thanks to this victory, Manchester United are only two points closer to the 2nd place occupied by their city rivals.
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#MUFC || #MOONLAY
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) February 19, 2023
Leicester still remain near the red zone of the standings (14th place), currently 4 points away from the first relegation place.
Next, Manchester United return from the UEFA Europa League play-offs with Barcelona. In the round, the score was 2-2.
Premier League standings:
1. Arsenal 54p
2. Manchester City 52b
3. Manchester United 49p
4. Newcastle United 41p
5. Tottenham 39p
Results of stage #24:
Aston Villa – Arsenal 2-4
Brentford – Crystal Palace 1-1
Brighton – Fulham 0-1
Chelsea – Southampton 0-1
Nottingham Forest – Manchester City 1-1
Everton – Leeds 1-0
Wolves – Bournemouth 0-1
Newcastle – Liverpool 0-2
February 19
18:30 Tottenham – West Ham United
Source: Hot News

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