New Delhi: Ruben Amorim has got his first win at as the manager of Manchester United with 3-2 win over Bodo/Glimt in the UEFA Europa League at the Old Trafford. Alenjandro Garnacho opened the scoring for United in the first minute of the game. However, the lead was taken over by Bodo/Glimt by the 23rd minute of the game with back-to-back goals from the Norwegian side in just four minutes.
Before halftime, Rasmus Hojlund scored the equalizer before adding another one at the 50th minute to ensure that Amorim tasted success for the first time at the helm of United. Reflecting on the game, the 39-year-old noted that he was “anxious” about the game but the win would remain with him for the rest of his career.
Amorim noted that he felt at home in Old Trafford despite coming to the side at one-third of the season from Portugal. For the fans of the club, he said, “I am one of you now.” after the win. Amorim has said that he hoped that he would deliver consistently and not disappoint the fans who had tasted little success this season. The Portuguese is looking to implement a wing-back formation which United hasn’t been known to use.
❤️ Rúben Amorim: “The fans made me feel at home! It’s so special”.
“Half of the stadium doesn’t really know me… I came from Portugal. I did nothing for this club yet”.
“The way they make me feel at home, it is something special and I will keep it until the end of my career”. pic.twitter.com/gFHy7rXoRv
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) November 28, 2024
This has been a bit of trouble for him as he had only two training sessions before his debut game in the Premier League against Ipswich, which ended in a 1-1 draw. For Europa’s success, he only had two more training sessions. Coming to the side at a point of football calendar congestion, it is hard to bring in a new tactical plan for the team.
There were moments of nervousness towards the end of the game as Bodo/Glimt kept pressing for their third goal. However, in front of their most successful manager, Sir Alex Ferguson, the team was able to win a second consecutive game in the Europa League.
Amorim expressed his happiness in the way the side turned up for the game and played to the best of their ability in the new formation of 3-4-3. Hojlund in particular reflected on the new style of play and felt the style though needed time to get used to but suited his style of play.
Rangers display ruthless performance in 4-1 win over Nice
FULL-TIME: Nice 1-4 Rangers | #UEL
💙 A Nice victory in the @EuropaLeague. pic.twitter.com/pra5FhXVyM
— Rangers Football Club (@RangersFC) November 28, 2024
In matchday five of the Europa League, the Rangers won 4-1 against Nice and got their manager Phillippe Clement to term the performance “close to perfection”. The victory is going to help their cause for progression in the tournament. Though Nice had started well, they were outclassed by the Scottish Premiership outfit, who had scored thrice before halftime.
Hamza Igamane scored his brace in the 54th minute after scoring his first in extra time of the first half. Igamane was starting in his first game for the side, and the Moroccan was one of the most impressive in the Rangers lineup. Nice scored an 83rd-minute goal but were outdone in all aspects of the game.
Late AS Roma goal denies Tottenham a win
It ends level. pic.twitter.com/CdndGKA64s
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) November 28, 2024
After an impressive performance in the Premier League last weekend, where Tottenham Hotspur won 4-0 against reigning champions Manchester City, they were left frustrated by a late draw from AS Roma. For most part of the evening Tottenham were the better side but were stunned towards the closing minutes of the game.
Son Heung-Min opened the scoring for Spurs through a penalty just five minutes from kick-off after Mats Hummels brought down midfielder Pape Matar Sarr in the box. While Evan N’Dicka had equalized in the 20th minute, Brennan Johnson put the Lillywhites in the lead again through a Dejan Kulusevski cutback. However, Hummels scored in the extra time as the two teams shared the points.
Real Sociedad takes a much-needed win against Ajax
💙 Full-time! AUPA REAL!#UEL pic.twitter.com/WBsVEEl5QL
— Real Sociedad 🇺🇸 🇬🇧 (@RealSociedadEN) November 28, 2024
Real Sociedad impressed in the Europa League after a 2-0 win over Ajax, with the La Liga outfit taking a much-needed second win in the tournament. They are now 16th from their seven points, while Ajax are in sixth place after being handed over their first loss in the tournament this season.
After a brilliant first half where none of the teams could break the deadlock despite creating ample chances, Sociedad returned much more charged. Ander Barrenetzea scored the first goal in the 67th minute before Takefusa Kubo scored in the 85th minute of the game.
Jaden Sancho shines in Chelsea’s perfect Europa Conference League win
Four wins from four! ✔️#CFC | #UECL pic.twitter.com/DAJ6BxXktM
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) November 28, 2024
In the UEFA European Conference League, Chelsea won 2-0 against Heindeheim, with Jadon Sancho being the standout performer. It was Sancho’s first start since October, and the 24-year-old marked the occasion with assists on both goals. The win gives Chelsea four wins from as many games in the European Conference League this season.
Coming to the side this season on loan from Manchester City, Sancho first set up Christopher Nkunku for his fifth goal in the tournament in the 51st minute. He then set up Mykhailo Mudryk with just four minutes left on the clock. The English Winger’s performance led Enzo Maresca to say that Sancho would be pivotal to CHelsea’s success this season.
Manchester United registered their first win under Ruben Amorim after beating Bodo/Glimt in the UEFA Europa League at the Old Trafford. Football Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Cricket Live Score, Sports Breaking News from Sports Today
